Sultani - Ahmed I 1012 (1604) front Sultani - Ahmed I 1012 (1604) back
Sultani - Ahmed I 1012 (1604) photo
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Sultani - Ahmed I

1012 (1604) year
Gold 3.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Regency of Tripoli (Libya)
Sultan
Ahmed I (1603-1617)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1012 (1604)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
Sultani (8)
Currency
Akçe (1551-1687)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.39 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#142611
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
سلطان البرين
وخاقان البحرين
السلطان ابن
السلطان

Comment

Damali 14-TR-A1
Note: Assumed face value of 8 for the gold Sultani.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Sultani - Ahmed I 1012 (1604) coin from Regency of Tripoli (Libya) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features Arabic script and Islamic calligraphy, while the reverse side features a Christian cross, indicating the cultural exchange and blending of religions that occurred during the time period.