Mangir - Mustafa III
1177 (1764) year| Copper | 2.1 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Regency of Tripoli (Libya) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mustafa III (1757-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1177 (1764) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | Mangir (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#116116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mint and date
Lettering:
٧٧
طرابلس
غرب
Translation:
77
Tripoli West
Interesting fact
The Mangir - Mustafa III 1177 (1764) coin from the Regency of Tripoli (Libya) is interesting because 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 III, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with a cross and a crescent moon, symbolizing the Regency's connection to both the Ottoman Empire and European powers. This blend of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred in the region during the 18th century.
