AH1223/26 Turkey Coin 5k F15

NGC Graded Coin 

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The coin is an Ottoman Empire 5 Kurush (also spelled Kurus) coin, specifically dated AH 1223/26. The AH (Anno Hegirae) date refers to the Islamic calendar. Here’s a detailed overview of this coin:

Coin Details

• Country: Ottoman Empire (Turkey)
• Denomination: 5 Kurush
• Date: AH 1223/26 (Islamic year 1223, regnal year 26)
• Equivalent Gregorian Date: The coin was minted in 1808/09 AD (1223 AH corresponds to the starting year of Sultan Mahmud II's reign, and the 26th regnal year translates to 1808/09 AD).
• Ruler: Sultan Mahmud II

Design and Features

• Obverse: Typically features the tughra (the Sultan’s calligraphic signature) of Sultan Mahmud II, along with Islamic inscriptions and the regnal year.
• Reverse: Usually bears inscriptions in Arabic, including the denomination and the mint location, along with decorative elements.

Composition and Size

• Material: Silver
• Weight: Approximately 11.3 grams (this can vary slightly)
• Diameter: Approximately 28 mm

Historical and Cultural Significance

• Sultan Mahmud II: He was the 30th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, known for his extensive administrative, military, and fiscal reforms, including the abolition of the Janissary corps.
• Ottoman Coinage: Coins from the Ottoman Empire are historically significant, reflecting the empire’s economic and political history.

Grading and Condition

• Grade: F15 (Fine 15) is a grade that indicates moderate wear. Major details are clear, though finer details might be worn away. It is above the lower "Good" (G) grades and below the higher "Very Fine" (VF) grades.

The AH1223/26 5 Kurush coin from the Ottoman Empire is a valuable piece of history, reflecting the rich cultural and economic heritage of the Ottoman era. Collecting such coins can offer a tangible connection to the past and a deeper understanding of the historical narratives of the time.