Sultani - Suleiman 926-943 (1520-1537) front Sultani - Suleiman 926-943 (1520-1537) back
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Sultani - Suleiman

 
Gold 3.38 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt)
Sultan
Suleiman I the Magnificent (1520-1566)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
926-943 (1520-1537)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Sultani (40)
Currency
Akçe (1517-1687)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.38 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#63093
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Sultani - Suleiman 926-943 (1520-1537) gold coin from the Eyalet of Egypt is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, who was the longest-reigning sultan of the Ottoman Empire, ruling for 46 years. During his reign, the Ottoman Empire reached its zenith in terms of power, prosperity, and cultural achievements. The coin's design, which features the Sultan's name and title in Arabic script, reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the Ottoman Empire during that time.