Dirhem - Murad III Aleppo, type
982 (1575) year| Silver | 3.83 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Aleppo Eyalet (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Murad III (1574-1595) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 982 (1575) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirhem |
| Currency | Akçe (1534-1687) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.83 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#103152 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
حلب
ضرب
Translation: Struck in Aleppo
Comment
Weight varies: 2.65-3.83 gDiameter varies: 19-23 mm
Pic: http://www.coins4arab.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=64033&d=1265375101
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dirhem - Murad III (Aleppo, type 1) 982 (1575) coin from Aleppo Eyalet (Syria) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Christian imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Sultan Murad III's name and title in Arabic, while the reverse side features a cross and a crescent moon, symbolizing the religious diversity of the region. This blending of religious symbols was a common practice in the Ottoman Empire, reflecting the tolerance and coexistence of different faiths within its territories.
