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Qirsh - Mahmud II

1223 (1834-1835) years
Silver 1.31 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt)
Sultan
Mahmud II (1808-1839)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1223 (1834-1835)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Qirsh (0.01)
Currency
Pound (1834-1916)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.31 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36883
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Lettering: ١٢٢٣ضرب في مصر

Translation: Struck in Egypt 1223

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Qirsh - Mahmud II 1223 (1834-1835) from Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) made of Silver weighing 1.31 g is that it was minted during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, who was known for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman Empire. This coin was part of a series of currency reforms that aimed to standardize the currency across the empire and promote trade and commerce. The use of silver in the coin's production also reflects the importance of this precious metal in the region's economy at the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1223 (1834) ٢٨ - - - - - -
1223 (1835) ٢٩ - - - - - -

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