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Beslik - Mahmud II Kostantiniyye
| Billon (.170 silver) | 16 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1839) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1247-1248 (1832-1833) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Kuruş |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Billon (.170 silver) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#29945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription. The regnal year above, Qustantiniyah (Constantinople) mint name central and the accession year below, all within 3/4 chain wreath
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٢٦
ضرب
في
قسطنطينية
١٢٢٣
Translation: Struck in Constantinople
Edge
Oblique reeding
Comment
Weight varies from 13.0 to 16.0 grammsDifference between the AH 1248 date:
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 unique blend of silver and other metals, was part of those reforms, and it features an intricate design that reflects the cultural and artistic heritage of the Ottoman Empire during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1247 (1832) ٢٥ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1248 (1833) ٢٦ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Beslik - Mahmud II (Kostantiniyye) 1247-1248 (1832-1833) coin.
