Obverse

Reverse

Likely 25 or 50 Kurush

Ottoman Empire Gold Kurush (Mehmed V)

Ottoman Empire (Modern-day Turkey) · AH 1327 (1909 AD) / Regnal Year 9 (c. 1917 AD)

A small gold coin with a pierced loop for jewelry, featuring an intricate calligraphic monogram (Tughra) and laurel wreaths.

Country: Ottoman Empire (Modern-day Turkey)
Year: AH 1327 (1909 AD) / Regnal Year 9 (c. 1917 AD)
Denomination: Likely 25 or 50 Kurush
Metal: Gold (.917 fineness typical)
Grade: Very Fine (Details); Damaged (Ex-jewelry/Mounted)

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Overview

A small gold coin with a pierced loop for jewelry, featuring an intricate calligraphic monogram (Tughra) and laurel wreaths.

Historical significance

Issued during the reign of Sultan Mehmed V Reshad, the penultimate Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, during the period of the Young Turk Revolution and World War I.

Obverse (front)

The Tughra (calligraphic monogram) of Sultan Mehmed V, surrounded by a laurel wreath and stars.

Reverse (back)

Arabic inscription 'Azzé Nasruhū' (May he be victorious), the mint name 'Qustantiniyah', the accession year 1327, and the regnal year 9.

Estimated value

$150-$250 (primarily based on gold weight due to jewelry damage)

What drives this coin's value

Gold melt value is the primary floor; the mount/solder significantly reduces numismatic premium.

Grade assessment

Very Fine (Details); Damaged (Ex-jewelry/Mounted)

Mintage & rarity

Common; high mintage but many were melted or used in jewelry.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for correct weight and gold fineness. Many brass 'belly dancer' tokens mimic this design but lack sharp detail and weight.

Notable varieties & errors

Varies by regnal year (1 through 10) which indicates the specific year of the Sultan's reign.

Similar coins

Often confused with other Ottoman gold denominations like the 100 Kurush or gold Lira varieties from different Sultans.

Care & preservation

Avoid removing the soldered loop as it will further damage the coin. Do not clean with chemicals. Store in a soft pouch.

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