Egyptian 10 Para

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Date:20th of June 1860 - 8th of July 1861 (c.)

Description:

Egyptian bronze 10 para, Hejira date 1277 (20 July 1860-8 July 1861)

Regnal year Five

Diameter 29mm

The obverse features the tughra, a calligraphic seal or signature, of Abdul Aziz. The denomination is below. From the top down the reverse features the regnal year, the mintmark which reads 'was struck in Misr' (Egypt) and the first year of the reign of Abdul Aziz (1277).

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M4272.1994.349 (66/17335)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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