Beshlik - Selim II Giray 1156 (1743) front Beshlik - Selim II Giray 1156 (1743) back
Beshlik - Selim II Giray 1156 (1743) photo
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Beshlik - Selim II Giray

1156 (1743) year
Silver 0.51 g 16.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Khanate of Crimea
Khan
Selim II Giray (1743-1748)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1156 (1743)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Beshlik (15)
Currency
Beshilik
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.51 g
Diameter
16.5 mm
Thickness
0.50 mm
Shape
Round (irregular, Diameter 14.15-16.50 mm)
Technique
Hammered (Weight 0.51-0.67g)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#111321
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Tamgha above mint and date.

Comment

Weight varies 0.49-0.75 g.
Hammered coinage.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Beshlik - Selim II Giray 1156 (1743) coin from the Khanate of Crimea 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 Crimean Khanate's diverse history.