Catalogue
| Émetteur | Aleppo Eyalet |
|---|---|
| Année | 1575 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | Akce |
| Devise | Akçe (1534-1687) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Poids | 0.37 g |
| Diamètre | 13 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | |
| Orientation | |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | A#1336.2 |
| Description de l’avers | |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | Arabic |
| Légende de l’avers | |
| Description du revers | |
| Écriture du revers | Arabic |
| Légende du revers | |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
982 (1575) - ٩٨٢ - |
| ID Numisquare | 7599002220 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
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