EGYPT, Ottomans. Muhammad Ali. AH 1220-1264 / AD 1805-1848. CU Medal (51mm, 74.61 g, 12h). On His Victories Over the Ottomans. Paris mint. By E. Rogat. Dated 1840 (but struck 1845-1860. As made.Electronic Auction 547 World Medals, Copper Sold For $ 550. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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EGYPT, Ottomans. Muhammad Ali. AH 1220-1264 / AD 1805-1848. CU Medal (51mm, 74.61 g, 12h). On His Victories Over the Ottomans. Paris mint. By E. Rogat. Dated 1840 (but struck 1845-1860. bust right, wearing tarbush and kaftan; E. ROGAT 1840. below / IL SAIT/DÉFENDRE/AVEC/NOBLESSE/L'HONNEUR/DE/SON PAYS in six lines to right, with corresponding legend in Arabic to left, raised scimitar inscribed NESIB 1839 in French and Arabic. Edge: (hand pointing) CUIVRE. Fonrobert 5162. Brown surfaces with traces of iridescence. As made. |