Manghir - Selim I ND (918-926) front Manghir - Selim I ND (918-926) back
Manghir - Selim I ND (918-926) photo
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Manghir - Selim I ND

 
Copper 1.10 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Selim I the Grim (1512-1520)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
918-926
Value
1 Mangir
Currency
Akçe (1327-1687)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.10 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#317638
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Manghir - Selim I ND (918-926) coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the empire. The coin was introduced as part of a series of reforms aimed at stabilizing the empire's economy and strengthening its currency. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce within the empire and beyond.