Counterfeiting Money and Anti-Counterfeit Measures

This study is designed to investigate the use of counterfeit money in the Ottoman Empire. Firstly, the concept of money and the reasons for the use of counterfeit money in the Ottoman Empire are described. Secondly, the reasons for the formation of counterfeit money are examined. Thirdly, the precautions taken against counterfeit money in the Ottoman Empire are discussed. The goal of this study is to investigate the counterfeit money printing incidents that had taken place. Moreover, the anti-counterfeit measures are identified that are implemented by Ottoman Empire to curb this crime and to remove counterfeit money from the market.