Ottoman Empire

For sale is a historical, well-preserved silver coin from the late period of the Ottoman Empire. • Legal coin: Yes, it is an official, historical circulating coin of the Ottoman Empire, minted at the Constantinople mint (Kostantiniyye). • Possible damages: No structural damage. For its age, a very attractive, authentic patina. According to a professional platform, excellent collectible condition with preserved mint luster (AUNC with mint luster). • Silver content: 83.0% pure silver (.830 silver alloy). • Weight: The official total weight (gross weight) is about 24.06 grams. The pure, mathematical fine-silver content is exactly 19.96 grams. • Total number of coins offered: 1 silver coin. Detaillierte Informationen zur Münze: • Emittent: Ottoman Empire • Herrscher: Sultan Mehmed V. Reşâd (reign 1909–1918) • Prägejahr: Islamic calendar (Hijri) 1327 / ca. 1917 AD • Nennwert: 20 Kuruş (also known as 20 Piasters or 1/5 Lira) • Durchmesser: ~37 mm • Vorderseite (Avers): The ornate state Tughra (seal) of Sultan Mehmed V, surrounded by stars and a floral wreath. • Rückseite (Revers): Arabic inscriptions (“May he be victorious, Struck in Constantinople”) alongside the base mint year 1327 as well as the respective regnal year of the Sultan.

Estimate:£10.87

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