Lot 27: An Ottoman Gold Coin, Mint of Istanbul, Dated...
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An Ottoman Gold Coin, Mint of Istanbul, Dated 1110 AH (1698–99 CE).
An Ottoman gold coin struck at the imperial mint of Istanbul, dated 1110 AH (1698–99 CE). One side features the Sultan’s tughra, the stylised calligraphic emblem of imperial authority, while the reverse bears the inscription “Duribe fi Islambol 1110” (Struck in Istanbul, 1110). The coin is encircled by a beaded border, and displays a suspension hole at the top, indicating its later use as a pendant or amulet.
3.4g
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London lady
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