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| Issuer | Regency of Algiers |
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| Year | 1830 |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Obverse description | Central field dominated by the elaborate calligraphic tughra of Sultan Mahmud II, executed in fine relief with characteristic Ottoman style featuring sweeping loops and vertical shafts. The tughra is enclosed within a beaded circular border. Surrounding the inner border is an outer wreath of stylized foliate branches with star-shaped decorative elements, framing the entire design and giving the coin a distinctive ornamental character. |
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| Reverse description | Central field within a beaded circular border bears a three-line Arabic inscription recording the mint name and regnal year, with the text arranged horizontally across the field. At the top of the inner circle, above the inscription, appears a small decorative floral or star ornament. The Arabic numerals ١٢٤٥ (1245 AH) are prominently displayed in the lower portion of the central field, denoting the Hijri year of issue. The entire central design is enclosed within an outer wreath of stylized foliate and star ornaments identical in character to the obverse border. |
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| Reverse lettering | ضرب في الجزائر ١٢٤٥ |
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