The World in Exchange: Historic Bills, Bonds & Banking Documents

Ottoman Empire General Debt of the Ottoman Empire Constantinople 1874 £100 Sterling / 2500 Francs

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Highly ornate tri-lingual (English/French/Ottoman Turkish) bond issued by the Ottoman Empire under the General Debt Administration, following European restructuring of Ottoman debt. Issued in 1874 for £100 (highest denomination in the series) or 2,500 Francs, with 5% annual interest. An iconic and rare scripophily item from the twilight years of the Empire.  A highlight for any Ottoman collection