Authentic 19th Century Ottoman Empire Christian Prayer Church Token. Set Of 10.

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Seller: missozarkpatriot ✉️ (800) 100%, Location: Highland, New York, US, Ships to: US & many other countries, Item: 266495820842 Authentic 19th Century Ottoman Empire Christian Prayer Church Token. Set Of 10. .

This set of ten prayer candle tokens from the Ottoman Empire is a unique addition to any coin collection. The tokens feature intricate designs and were likely used in church during prayer services. The tokens date back to the 19th century and are authentic pieces from a bygone era.

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By the late 19th century, the Ottoman Empire  was in such a state of decline that there was a shortage of currency. The government could not strike enough coinage to meet the needs of its citizens. St. Gregory Theologus Church, in the Cappadocian town of Kelveri, issued these bracteate tokens for use by the local Greek Orthodox population in 1884. The value was set at 5 paras—the price of a candle. Locals would spend one of these church tokens to light a candle in Jesus’ name. The Ottoman Empire fell for good at the end of the Great War.

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  • Era: Ancient

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