Ottoman Empire Coin - Silver Akçe

History of the Artifact

These stunning Ottoman silver coins were the chief monetary unit of the Ottoman Empire - one of the mightiest and longest-lasting dynasties in world history. This Islamic-run superpower ruled large areas of the Middle East, Eastern Europe and North Africa for more than 600 years.

The cost of military campaigns, construction of mosques and aqueducts was measured in Akçes. The word itself evolved from the word "silver or silver money", this word is derived from the Turkish ak ("white") and the diminutive suffix -ça. The first of these coins began minting in 1327, but it was not until the Ottoman conquest in 1441 of the precious mining region of ‘Novo Bordo’ in modern day Kosovo that large quantities of Akçes began minting.

It was through these precious conquests that the Ottoman empire was able to sustain minting of its coins which it later used to finance its projects across the ever expanding Ottoman Empire. For instance, the world renowned Ottoman Imperial Mosque ‘Süleymaniye Mosque’ built in the 1550’s by Suleyman the Magnificent, visited by millions of tourists today, is said to have cost and approximate 59 million Akçes!

The Ottoman Silver Akçe you will receive will be of very similar size and quality as the ones shown in the pictures. A coin similar to the ones pictured is guaranteed or your money back! The display case included is openable so that you may easily handle and closely observe the artifact.

How do I know these are original Ottoman Empire Coins?

Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection: 

1. Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.  
2. Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged. 
3. Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.

What will my artifact look like?

Your coin will look very similar to the one shown in the photos. There will always be some variety, given our items are unique historical pieces. The display case included is openable so that you may easily handle and closely observe the artifact. If for whatever reason you get anything that does not fit this description you are entitled to your money back! 

Your order will include:

• One authentic Silver Ottoman Empire Coin, as pictured
• Elegant protective case for preservation and display of your artifact 
• Certificate of Authenticity

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