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© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
Onluk - Mahmud I
1143 (1731) year| Silver | 5.27 g | - |
| Issuer | Baghdad Eyalet (Iraq) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud I the Hunchback (1730-1754) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1143 (1731) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | Onluk (10) |
| Currency | Akçe (1535-1688) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.27 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#142503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mint and date
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضرب في
بغداد
١١٤٣
Translation:
Struck in Baghdad
1143
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Onluk - Mahmud I 1143 (1731) coin from Baghdad Eyalet (Iraq) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Mongolian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features the name of the Mongolian emperor, Mahmud I, in Persian script, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a lion, which was a common motif in Islamic art and symbolism. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and cultural diversity of the region during the 18th century.
