Mangir - Selim II Damascus
977 (1570) year| Copper | 1.86 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Damascus Eyalet (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Selim II the Blond (1566-1574) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 977 (1570) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mangir |
| Currency | Akçe (1516-1687) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.86 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#103201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mint and date
Lettering:
دمشق
سنه
٩٧٧
Translation:
Damascus
Year 977
Comment
Pic: http://www.zeno.ru/showfull.php?photo=70743Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Mangir - Selim II (Damascus) 977 (1570) coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Christian imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Sultan Selim II, while the reverse side features an image of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child, surrounded by Islamic calligraphy. This blending of religious symbols reflects the diverse cultural influences present in the Ottoman Empire during the 16th century.
