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Para Selim III, French occupation
1203 (1789) year| Billon | 0.2247 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Selim III (1789-1798, 1801-1807) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1203 (1789) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Para (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Piastre (1688-1834) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.2247 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#71047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Regnal year. Arabic lettering. Year
Lettering: ١٣---١٢٠٣
Translation:
13
Struck in Egypt
1203
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Para (Selim III, French occupation) 1203 (1789) from Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) made of Billon weighing 0.2247 g is that it was issued during a time of great political and economic change in Egypt. The French occupation of Egypt, which lasted from 1798 to 1801, had a significant impact on the country's currency and economy. The introduction of the Para coin, which was equal to 1/60 of a French franc, was an attempt to standardize the currency and bring it in line with European standards. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the currency issued during this period, and its existence provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and political history of Egypt during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1203 (1789) 13 | 160830000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Para (Selim III, French occupation) 1203 (1789) coin.
