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Piastre (Qirsh): CM.111-1997

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909)
Ruler: Muhammad al-Sadiq Bey (1876-82) (Struck in the name of)
Mint: Qustantiniya
Mint: Istanbul

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Measurements and weight

Die Axis: 0 degrees
Image(height): 15 mm
Image(width): 15 mm
Weight: 1.16 g

Place(s) associated

  • Qustantiniya
  • Istanbul

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1997) by Mossop, John, Mrs

Dating

1890 CE - 1891 CE

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.111-1997
Primary reference Number: 107683
Catalogue: 2809
Ordering: IS-2774
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Audit data

Created: Monday 14 April 2014 Updated: Monday 14 April 2014 Last processed: Monday 26 February 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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