Catalog
| Issuer | Aleppo Eyalet |
|---|---|
| Year | 1575 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | Akce |
| Currency | Akçe (1534-1687) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.37 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | |
| Orientation | |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | A#1336.2 |
| Obverse description | |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Arabic |
| Obverse lettering | |
| Reverse description | |
| Reverse script | Arabic |
| Reverse lettering | |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
982 (1575) - ٩٨٢ - |
| Numisquare ID | 7599002220 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: This Akce, minted in Aleppo in 1575 (AH 983), dates from Sultan Murad III's reign (1574-1595), the twelfth Ottoman ruler. His era marked a pivotal transition for the Empire, witnessing continued expansion alongside emerging internal and external challenges, including economic pressures. Aleppo, a vital commercial hub, played a crucial economic role. Its mint produced substantial coinage, reflecting centralized administration and the Akce's widespread circulation as the standard silver denomination.
Artistry: The design adheres to established Ottoman Imperial numismatic tradition, emphasizing calligraphic elegance over figural representation, consistent with Islamic aniconism. Engravers for these small denominations are rarely recorded; the stylistic school is distinctly Ottoman. The obverse typically features the Sultan's name and titles within a decorative border. The reverse displays the mint name, Hal