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Akce - Sahib Giray ND
| Billon | 0.54 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Khanate of Crimea |
|---|---|
| Khan | Sahib I Giray (1532-1550) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1532-1551 |
| Value | 1 Akce = ⅕ Beshlik (0.2) |
| Currency | Beshilik |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.54 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Thickness | 0.80 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Giray tamgha in the center in a double-circle
Translation: Zarb Qirq-Yar
Edge
Plain
Comment
Additional reference: Zeno 91635Sahib I Giray (1501-1551) was a khan of the Crimean Khanate in 1532-1550/1551. He was a son of Meñli I Giray. In 1521 his brother, then Khan of Crimea, Mehmed I Giray, took Kazan, and gave it to Sahib. Together their army defeated Vasili III of Russia near Moscow. In 1532 after the death of Saadet I Giray Sahib inherited the Crimean Khanate. In 1541 he again invaded Muscovy. He died in 1551.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Akce - Sahib Giray ND (1532-1551) from Khanate of Crimea made of Billon weighing 0.54 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Gothic architectural styles on its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a mosque, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Gothic-style castle, reflecting the cultural influences of the Khanate of Crimea during the 16th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1532-1551) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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