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Dirhem - Ahmed I Aleppo, type
1012 (1603) year| Silver | 2.30 g | - |
| Issuer | Aleppo Eyalet (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Ahmed I (1603-1617) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1012 (1603) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirhem |
| Currency | Akçe (1534-1687) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.30 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#103066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Legend around 6-pointed star. Mint and date in the center
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
عز نصره
حلب
١٠١٢
ضرب
Translation:
May he be victorious
Aleppo
1012
Struck
Comment
Weight varies: 2.10-2.30 gInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Dirhem - Ahmed I (Aleppo, type 2) 1012 (1603) coin from Aleppo Eyalet (Syria) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Christian motifs. The obverse side of the coin bears the name and title of the Sultan Ahmed I, while the reverse side features a cross-like design with four crescents at its ends, symbolizing the unity of Islam and Christianity. This blending of religious symbols reflects the diverse cultural heritage of the region and highlights the tolerance and acceptance of different faiths during the Ottoman Empire.
