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Akce
886 (1481) year| Silver | 0.54 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mehmed II the Conqueror (1444-1446, 1451-1481) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 886 (1481) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Akce |
| Currency | Akçe (1327-1687) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.54 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#356531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
AZZE NASRÜHU
KOSTANTINIYE
DURIBE SENE 886
Translation:
MAY GOD MAKE HIM VICTORIOUS
STRUCK IN KOSTANTINIYE
YEAR 886
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Akce 886 (1481) from the Ottoman Empire made of Silver weighing 0.54g is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Bayezid II, who ruled the Ottoman Empire from 1481 to 1512. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were designed to standardize the currency and promote trade throughout the empire. The coin's design features the Sultan's name and title on one side, and the date of issue on the other. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of the Ottoman Empire during that time.
