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Sultani - Selim I
918 (1512) year| Gold | 3.49 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Selim I the Grim (1512-1520) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 918 (1512) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Sultani (60) |
| Currency | Akçe (1327-1687) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#345010 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inside a circle, an inscription.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضارب النضر
صاحب العز والنصر
في البر والبحر
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sultani - Selim I 918 (1512) coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it features a unique design element - a small crescent moon and star symbol on the reverse side, which represents the Islamic faith of the Ottoman Empire.
