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Mangir - Mustafa II
1108 (1697) year| Copper | 1.35 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Regency of Tripoli (Libya) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mustafa II (1695-1703) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1108 (1697) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | Mangir (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#116018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
Weight varies: 1.15-1.35 gDiameter varies: 12-13 mm
Interesting fact
The Mangir - Mustafa II 1108 (1697) coin from the Regency of Tripoli (Libya) is interesting because it was made during a time when the region was under Ottoman rule, and it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features Arabic script and a depiction of the Ottoman Sultan Mustafa II, while the reverse side features a Christian cross and the year 1108 (1697) in Roman numerals. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse history and cultural exchange that occurred in the region during this time period.
