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Beslik - Mahmud II Kostantiniyye
| Silver (.730) | 26.4 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1839) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1225-1233 (1810-1818) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Kuruş |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Silver (.730) |
| Weight | 26.4 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#29068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Continuous pattern around the rim. Beaded circle with an Arabic inscription. The reginal year at the top, Constantinople mint mark near the bottom and the AH date at the bottom
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٧
ضرب
في
قسطنطينية
١٢٢٣
Translation:
7.
Struck in Constantinople, 1223.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, who implemented significant reforms in the Ottoman Empire, including the modernization of the currency system. This coin, with its silver content and unique design, reflects the efforts of the Sultan to modernize and strengthen the Ottoman economy during his rule.
