Sultani - Ahmed III 1115-1142 (1704-1730) front Sultani - Ahmed III 1115-1142 (1704-1730) back
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Sultani - Ahmed III

 
Gold 3.38 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Regency of Tripoli (Libya)
Sultan
Ahmed III (1703-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1115-1142 (1704-1730)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
Sultani (8)
Currency
Kuruş (1688-1844)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.38 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#116127
Rarity index
94%

Comment

Weight varies: 3.32-3.38 g
Note: Assumed face value of 8 for the gold Sultani.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between the Regency of Tripoli and other regions in the Mediterranean. The coin's design reflects this exchange, featuring elements of both Islamic and European artistic traditions.