Para - Devlet IV Giray First reign
1182 (1769) year| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Khanate of Crimea |
|---|---|
| Khan | Devlet IV Giray (1769-1770, 1775-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1182 (1769) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Para = ⅕ Beshlik (0.2) |
| Currency | Beshilik |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#111303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tamgha above mint and date.
Comment
Weight varies 0.50-0.66 g.Hammered coinage.
Possibly a reduced-weight beshlik.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Para - Devlet IV Giray (First reign) 1182 (1769) from Khanate of Crimea made of Billon is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Gothic architectural styles on its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Khan's palace in Bakhchysarai, which showcases a mix of Islamic arches and domes, along with Gothic-style pointed arches and turrets. This blending of styles reflects the cultural diversity of the Khanate of Crimea during that time period.
