Ottoman Empire 2 Kurush - Mahmud II, 1223
Information
Country
Ottoman Empire
Ottoman Empire
Currency
Kuruş
(1688 – 1844)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Kurush - Mahmud II
Year
1223
Ruler
Mahmud II
(1808–1839)
Composition
Billon (.465 silver)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
12.61
Diameter (mm)
36.9
Thickness (mm)
1.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Kurush - Mahmud II from Ottoman Empire. Issued in 1223. Struck in Billon (.465 silver). Measures 36.9 mm and weighs 12.61 g.
- Obverse
- Toughra, with symbols right and left
- Reverse
- Text, value and date (RY 14 or 15 Constantinople Mint 1223 - Sultan's rule start date)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1223 (1808) | — | (14) 1822 | 57% | |
| 1223 (1808) | — | (15) 1823 | 57% |
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