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Mangir - Anonymous Asterisk in a hexagram ND
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Beylik of Menteshe (Anatolian Beyliks) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1357-1466 |
| Value | Mangir (¼) |
| Currency | Akçe (1326-1426) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#301424 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
One interesting fact about the Mangir coin is that it features a unique design element - an asterisk placed within a hexagram. This symbol, known as the "Star of David," has been associated with the Jewish faith and has been used in various contexts throughout history. Its inclusion on the coin may indicate that the Beylik of Menteshe had a significant Jewish population or that the rulers of the region had strong ties with Jewish communities.
