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Onluk - Selim III Islambol
| Billon (.465 silver) | 3.55 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Selim III (1789-1807) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1203-1221 (1789-1806) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Para (¼) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Billon (.465 silver) |
| Weight | 3.55 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#42298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Mintyear under letter S (for "sene", year)
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٥
ضرب في
اسلامبول
١٢٠٣
Translation:
(Year) 5
Struck in Istanbul
1203
Comment
Weight varies from 2.40 to 3.55Examples of different variants of blossom lotus:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Selim III, who was known for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman Empire. This coin, with its unique blend of silver and other metals, was likely used in everyday transactions throughout the empire, and its design may have been influenced by European coinage of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1204 (1790) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Onluk - Selim III (Islambol) 1203-1221 (1789-1806) coin.
