Akce - Jani Beg Giray (First reign) 1019-1032 (1610-1623) front Akce - Jani Beg Giray (First reign) 1019-1032 (1610-1623) back
Akce - Jani Beg Giray (First reign) 1019-1032 (1610-1623) photo
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Akce - Jani Beg Giray First reign

 
Silver 0.26 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Khanate of Crimea
Khan
Jani Beg Giray (1610-1623,1628-1635)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1019-1032 (1610-1623)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Akce = ⅕ Beshlik (0.2)
Currency
Beshilik
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.26 g
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#111260
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Mint and date.

Edge

Rough

Comment

Hammered coinage.
Weight varies between 0.21 and 0.29 g

Interesting fact

The coin is a rare and historically significant artifact, and it's interesting to note that it was minted during the first reign of Jani Beg Giray, who was the Khan of Crimea from 1610 to 1623. The coin is made of silver and weighs 0.26 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time and place. It's worth mentioning that the Khanate of Crimea was a powerful state in the 16th and 17th centuries, and its coins were widely used in trade and commerce. The Akce coin, in particular, was an important denomination and was used for everyday transactions. Overall, this coin is not only a valuable collector's item but also a piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political systems of the time.