Egypt 10 Para Silver Coin AH1277/8 Abdulaziz Ottoman Empire KM#243 | Egypt 10 Para Silver | GoldSilverJapan

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 This is a 10-palatine silver coin issued in Egypt under Ottoman rule, from the Abdulaziz era.

 Based on the Islamic calendar year AH1277, this item is inscribed with the character "٨" indicating the 8th year of the reign. Therefore, it can be distinguished as AH1277/8 for collectors.

 Despite being an extremely small silver coin, with a diameter of approximately 13.5 mm and a weight of approximately 0.3 g, it is a unique 19th-century Ottoman Egyptian coin, featuring a beautiful **Tughra** (signature seal) symbolizing the Sultan.

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 Product information

 * Place of issue: Egypt
 * Era: Ottoman Empire rule
 * Sultan: Abdülaziz
 * Type: Regular currency
 * Face value: 10 Para
 * Base year: AH1277
 * Year of Reign: Year 8
 * Year notation: AH1277/8
 * Calendar: Islamic calendar (Hijri calendar)
 * Material: Silver
 *Silver Grade: .833
 * Weight: Approx. 0.3g
 *Diameter: Approx. 13.5mm
 * Shape: Circular
 * Manufacturing method: Machine-milled
 * Coin axis: Medal alignment
 * Minting locations: Cairo, Egypt
 * Catalog number: KM#243 / MHC#124
 * Numista number: N#90678

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 Surface — Abdulaziz's Tughra

 At the center of the surface is a large decorative **Tughra**, symbolizing Sultan Abdulaziz of the Ottoman Empire.

 The tugra was the official seal and signature used by successive sultans of the Ottoman Empire, characterized by its unique calligraphy that combines multiple letters with long, flowing lines.

 This coin, too, features an intricate tugra design that fills the entire surface area, creating an impressive design typical of Ottoman Empire currency.

 The face value is indicated by the number 10.

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 Reverse side — 8th year of his reign, cast in Egypt

 The reverse side is inscribed with an Arabic script and the year.

 The main notation is,

 8 — 8
 ضرب في مصر — Cast in Egypt
 1277 — AH1277

 is.

 The Arabic numeral **"٨"** at the top indicates that this item was issued in the 8th year of the reign.

 In the center is an inscription meaning "cast in Egypt," and below it is the base year, AH1277.

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 What is AH1277/8?

 In Ottoman currency, a common practice was to engrave the year of the Sultan's accession to the throne as the base year, and separately indicate the **Regnal Year**.

 In the case of this product,

 AH1277 = Base year of accession
 8 = 8th year of reign

 This is the result.

 Therefore, even among 10 paraphrases of the same AH1277, they are distinguished by the year of reign, and this item can be classified as AH1277/8.

 Collecting coins from different reigns is also an interesting theme in Ottoman and Egyptian coin collecting.

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 Egypt during the time of Abdulaziz

 Abdulaziz was a sultan who ruled the Ottoman Empire in the 19th century.

 During this period, Egypt developed its own system of governance, but maintained political relations with the Ottoman Empire.

 This historical background is also reflected in the currency; this particular item, minted in Egypt, uses a tugla (a symbol indicating the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire) and a year according to the Islamic calendar.

 This is an interesting historical coin related to both Egyptian and Ottoman history.

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 A tiny silver coin weighing only 0.3g

 This 10 Para is an extremely small coin, with a diameter of approximately 13.5 mm and a weight of approximately 0.3 g.

 The material is said to be silver with a purity of .833, and despite its small face value, it uses silver.

 The fact that intricate tugra, face value, Arabic script, reign year, and base year are inscribed within a very limited space is also part of the appeal of this type of inscription.

 It possesses a delicate quality that sets it apart from larger silver coins, making it a recommended choice for collectors of smaller Ottoman silver coins.

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 Cairo Mint

 This type of mint was minted in **Cairo, Egypt**.

 The inscription on the reverse side, "ضرب في مصر," means **"cast in Egypt"**.

 This is a fascinating historical document that allows us to see firsthand the monetary system in 19th-century Egypt and its relationship with the Ottoman Empire.

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 Condition of this product

 You will receive the exact item shown in the photos.

 Upon examining the images, it is evident that both the front and back show signs of wear, minor scratches, scuffs, and color changes due to circulation and age.

 On the other hand, the overall shape of the tugra on the front can be clearly seen, and on the back, the **"8"** indicating the reign year, the main inscription, and the year AH1277 can be read.

 This particular item is an extremely small coin, measuring approximately 13.5mm. The images shown are significantly magnified compared to the actual item, so please carefully examine the photos to see the fine details of the surface condition before making a purchase.

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 The appeal of a collection

 This product is

 Egyptian coins
 Ottoman Empire currency
 Ham silver coin
 Tugra currency
 19th Century World Silver Coins
 Collections by Reign

 This is a photo that can be enjoyed with a variety of themes.

 In particular, with Ottoman Empire coins, there's a certain enjoyment in collecting variations based on the year of reign, even for coins of the same sultan and denomination.

 This item clearly indicates Year 8 and is suitable for a collection of 10 palaises from the Abdulaziz period of Egypt, organized by reign year.

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 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 Q. What is the face value of this coin?
 A. **10 Para**.

 Q. What year is this coin from?
 A. The base year is AH1277 in the Islamic calendar. This item has the number "8" inscribed on it, indicating the 8th year of the reign, so it can be classified as **AH1277/8 (Year 8)**.

 Q. Where is the number "8"?
 A. The Arabic numeral **"٨"** is engraved on the upper part of the reverse side.

 Q. Is it a silver coin?
 A. Yes. The document states the silver purity is .833.

 Q. What are the weight and diameter?
 A. According to the data, the weight is approximately 0.3g and the diameter is approximately 13.5mm.

 Q. What is the complex design on the surface?
 A. This is a **Tughra**, a type of personal seal that symbolizes the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire.

 Q. In whose era was it published?
 A. This was during the reign of the Ottoman Sultan, Abdulaziz.

 Q. Where was it made?
 A. It is believed to have been cast in Cairo, Egypt.

 Q. What is the catalog number?
 A. KM#243 / MHC#124

 Q. Will I receive the coin shown in the picture?
 A. Yes. You will receive the exact item shown in the photos.

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