Akce - Suleiman I 926 (1520) front Akce - Suleiman I 926 (1520) back
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Akce - Suleiman I

926 (1520) year
Silver 0.72 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Suleiman I the Magnificent (1520-1566)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
926 (1520)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Akce
Currency
Akçe (1327-1687)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.72 g
Diameter
11 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#42825
Rarity index
60%

Reverse

Inside a circle, an inscription followed by the name of the mint and the accession year of the sultan.
Around, a beading.

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Akce - Suleiman I 926 (1520) from Ottoman Empire made of Silver weighing 0.72 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, who ruled the Ottoman Empire from 1520 to 1566. This coin was minted in large quantities and was used for everyday transactions, reflecting the economic prosperity and cultural achievements of the Ottoman Empire during that time.