Dirhem - Murad III Canca
982 (1575) year| Silver | 3.58 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Murad III (1574-1595) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 982 (1575) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (5) |
| Currency | Akçe (1327-1687) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.58 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#291313 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضرب جانجه
خلد الله ملكه وسلطانه سنه ٩٨٢
Translation: Struck in Canca. May God perpetuate his reign and his sultanate, year 982.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dirhem - Murad III (Canca) 982 (1575) coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and cultural growth in the empire. The reign of Murad III, who ruled from 1574 to 1595, saw the expansion of trade and commerce, as well as the development of arts and architecture. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 3.58 grams, indicating its value as a medium of exchange during that time.
