Para - Selim III Giray (First reign) 1177-1178 (1764-1765) front Para - Selim III Giray (First reign) 1177-1178 (1764-1765) back
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Para - Selim III Giray First reign

 
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Khanate of Crimea
Khan
Selim III Giray (1765-1767, 1770-1771)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1177-1178 (1764-1765)
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
References
Numista
N#111298
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Tamgha above mint and date.

Comment

Selim Giray III 1st reign.
Hammered coinage.
Weigt varies 0.55-0.70 g.
Possibly a reduced-weight beshlik
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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Para - Selim III Giray (First reign) 1177-1178 (1764-1765) from Khanate of Crimea made of Billon is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The coin's obverse side features Arabic script and a depiction of the Khan's crown, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a gazelle, which was a common motif in European coinage at the time. This blending of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and influences that occurred between the Khanate of Crimea and European nations during the 18th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1178 (1765)  - - - - - -

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