2 Asper - Mahmud II - Regency of Algiers

A relic of the era, the 2 Asper - Mahmud II - Regency of Algiers from Regency of Algiers (Algeria) (1237–1829), denomination 2 Asper, offers collectors a tangible link to a world of knights, merchants, and pilgrims. Struck in copper, this coin reflects the practical necessities of small-denomination coinage. Copper's abundance, affordability, and workability made it ideal for the coins of everyday commerce throughout history. Many copper coins of the 18th and 19th centuries feature remarkably detailed designs, as engravers took full advantage of the metal's surface qualities. For the serious numismatist, acquiring this coin in the finest available grade is the ideal strategy. Professional certification from NGC or PCGS not only authenticates the piece but encapsulates it in tamper-evident holders that protect against accidental handling damage. The long-term value proposition of well-graded, original-surface examples of numismatic rarities has been demonstrated repeatedly in the major auction houses of New York, London, and Hong Kong.