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Medin - Mahmud I
1143 (1731) year| Billon (.465 silver) | 0.5 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud I the Hunchback (1730-1754) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1143 (1731) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | Medin (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Piastre (1688-1834) |
| Composition | Billon (.465 silver) |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#57571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
د
ضرب في مصر
سنة
١١٤٣
Translation:
D (dal letter)
Struck in Egypt
year 1143
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Mahmud I, who ruled the Ottoman Empire from 1730 to 1754. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were designed to standardize the currency across the empire. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was more durable than pure silver and helped to prevent counterfeiting. Additionally, the weight of 0.5 grams was a standard weight for coins of this denomination during this time period.
