Egyptian 20 Para

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

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

Regnal year 10

Diameter 31.5mm

The obverse features the tughra, a calligraphic seal or signature, of Abdul Aziz. The denomination is underneath. The reverse features the inscription 'was struck in Misr' (Egypt) with the regnal year above. Below is the first year of the reign of Abdul Aziz, 1277.

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M4272.1994.352 (66/17341)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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