Akce - Selim II (Novaberda) ND (974-982) front Akce - Selim II (Novaberda) ND (974-982) back
Akce - Selim II (Novaberda) ND (974-982) photo
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Akce - Selim II Novaberda ND

 
Silver 0.1 g -
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Selim II the Blond (1566-1574)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
974-982
Value
1 Akce
Currency
Akçe (1327-1687)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.1 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#190107
Rarity index
95%

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Akce - Selim II (Novaberda) ND (974-982) from Ottoman Empire made of Silver weighing 0.1 g is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Selim II, who was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that featured a new style of portraiture, known as the "Novaberda" type, which depicted the sultan in a more realistic and detailed manner than previous coinage. This coin is a rare example of this type and is highly sought after by collectors.