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Altmislik - Mahmud II Kostantiniyye
1223 (1833-1839) years| Billon (.435 silver) | 2.84 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1839) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1223 (1833-1839) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Zolota = 60 Para (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Billon (.435 silver) |
| Weight | 2.84 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#33123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 45% |
Reverse
5 tulips around inscription
rural year in letter S (sene-year)
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضرب
في
قسطنطينية
١٢٢٣
Translation:
Struck in Constantinople
1223
Comment
Weight varies from 2.60 to 3.00 grammsInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Altmislik - Mahmud II (Kostantiniyye) 1223 coin is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Ottoman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, who ruled from 1808 to 1839 and implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the empire. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, in the production of this coin reflects the empire's efforts to introduce new technologies and materials into its currency. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and diversity that characterized the Ottoman Empire during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1223 (1834) ٢٧ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1223 (1835) ٢٨ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Altmislik - Mahmud II (Kostantiniyye) 1223 (1833-1839) coin.
