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Sultani - Mahmud II
| Gold | 3.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Regency of Algiers (Algeria) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1235-1245 (1820-1830) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Sultani (4.5) |
| Currency | Budju (1517-1848) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#62054 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Arabic lettering in circles
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
السلطان
محمود خان
عز نصره ضرب ١٢٤٣
جزاير في
Translation:
Sultan Mahmud Khan, may He be victorious
Struck in Algiers, in 1243
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sultani - Mahmud II 1235-1245 (1820-1830) coin from Regency of Algiers (Algeria) is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, who ruled the Ottoman Empire from 1808 to 1839. During his reign, the empire faced numerous challenges, including the rise of nationalist movements, the decline of the traditional janissary corps, and the increasing influence of European powers. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Algeria and the Ottoman Empire.
