Description: Mehmed II el-Fatih "the Conqueror" | AR Akce Reference: Nuri Pere 84 Date: 848 AH (1444 CE) Obverse: "Mehmed son of Khan Murad" Reverse: "'May his Kingdom perpetuate / Struck in Edirne" Mint: Edirne Size: 10.4 mm Weight: 1.03 grams CONQUEROR OF CONSTANTINOPLE. A very nice akce from Mehmed's first reign as sultan (when he was only 12 years old), with nice toning. During his first reign, Mehmed II defeated the crusade led by John Hunyadi after the Hungarian incursions into his country broke the conditions of the truce per the Treaties of Edirne and Szeged. When Mehmed II ascended the throne again in 1451, he strengthened the Ottoman Navy and made preparations to attack Constantinople. At the age of 21, he conquered Constantinople and brought an end to the Roman Empire (they had a good run though). After the conquest, Mehmed claimed the title "Caesar of Rome", based on the fact that Constantinople had been the seat and capital of the surviving Eastern Roman Empire since its consecration in 330 AD by Emperor Constantine I. Mehmed continued his conquests in Anatolia and in Southeast Europe, extending as far west as Bosnia. At home, he made many reforms, and encouraged the arts and sciences. By the end of his reign, his rebuilding program had changed Constantinople into a thriving imperial capital. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only, except for international shipments through eBay International Shipping program. If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!
Price: 44.99 USD
Location: Canton, Michigan
End Time: 2025-01-18T23:08:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Origin: Islamic
Denomination: Akce
Composition: Silver
Year: 1444
Era: Medieval
Grade: Ungraded
Variety: Ottoman Empire
Certification: Uncertified
