19th Century Ottoman Empire Token: Penez with Ornate Headgear Design | Coinantiquariat
Art. number: 32
19th Century Ottoman Empire Token: Penez with Ornate Headgear Design | Coinantiquariat
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Art. number: 32
Specifications
| Composition | Tin-brass |
| Issuing state | Ottoman Empire |
| Technique | Cast |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Type of Exonumia | Event tokens - Festival token, Miscellaneous tokens - Dance token, Unclasified exonumia - miscellaneous token |
| Alignment | Unknown |
| Edge | Rough |
Description
Discover the exquisite design of this 19th-century Ottoman Empire token, known as Penez. The obverse features intricate ornaments complemented by a central star, while the reverse showcases unique illiterate legends, reflecting the rich culture and symbolism of the era. A perfect addition to any collector's assemblage, this piece from the Ottoman period serves as both a historical artifact and a work of art.
Tag: Ottoman Empire, 19th Century Token, Penez, Ottoman Headgear Design, Ornate Token, Historical Coin, Middle Eastern Numismatics, Illiterate Legends Token, Ottoman Artifacts, Ottoman Culture
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