Polushka - Shahin Giray
1191 (1777) year| Copper | 1.63 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Khanate of Crimea |
|---|---|
| Khan | Shahin Giray (1777-1783) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1191 (1777) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Polushka = 1 Akce = ⅕ Beshlik (0.2) |
| Currency | Beshilik |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.63 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#111248 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
The Polushka - Shahin Giray 1191 (1777) coin from the Khanate of Crimea is interesting because it features a unique blend of Islamic and Eastern European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features Arabic script and the reverse side features a stylized image of a horseman, which is a common motif in Scythian and Sarmatian art, reflecting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred in the region.
