Eshrefi - Ahmed III ND (1703-1716) front Eshrefi - Ahmed III ND (1703-1716) back
Eshrefi - Ahmed III ND (1703-1716) photo
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Eshrefi - Ahmed III ND

 
Gold 3.45 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Ahmed III (1703-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1703-1716
Value
1 Eshrefi (5)
Currency
Kuruş (1688-1844)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.45 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#88878
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Comment

Weight varies 3.4-3.5 grams. Size varies 21-25mm.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Eshrefi coin is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Ahmed III, who ruled the Ottoman Empire from 1703 to 1716. This coin was part of a series of gold coins that were minted during his reign, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.