Akce - Murad III Aleppo

Emittente Aleppo Eyalet
Anno 1575
Tipo Standard circulation coin
Valore Akce
Valuta Akçe (1534-1687)
Composizione Silver
Peso 0.37 g
Diametro 13 mm
Spessore
Forma Round (irregular)
Tecnica
Orientamento
Incisore/i
In circolazione fino al
Riferimento/i A#1336.2
Descrizione del dritto
Scrittura del dritto Arabic
Legenda del dritto
Descrizione del rovescio
Scrittura del rovescio Arabic
Legenda del rovescio
Bordo
Zecca
Tiratura 982 (1575) - ٩٨٢ -
ID Numisquare 7599002220
Informazioni aggiuntive

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

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