© Dato Mikeladze
© Dato Mikeladze
Akche - Ahmed III
1115 (1703) year| Silver | 0.1 g | 8.8 mm |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Ahmed III (1703-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1115 (1703) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Akce (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Piastre (1688-1834) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.1 g |
| Diameter | 8.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#354497 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription in three lines
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضرب في
مصر
۱۱۱٥
Translation:
Struck in Egypt
1115
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Akche - Ahmed III 1115 (1703) coin from Eyalet of Egypt is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Christian imagery on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Ahmed III facing left, while the reverse side features a cross with crescents at its ends, surrounded by Arabic inscriptions. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural diversity and religious tolerance that existed in Egypt during the Ottoman period.
