½ Kharub - Abdulaziz and Muhammad III 1281 (1865) front ½ Kharub - Abdulaziz and Muhammad III 1281 (1865) back
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½ Kharub - Abdulaziz and Muhammad III

1281 (1865) year
Copper 1.8 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia)
Sultan
Abdülaziz (1861-1876)
Ruling authority
Muhammad III (1859-1882)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1281 (1865)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Kharub (1⁄32)
Currency
Rial (1567-1891)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#18145
Rarity index
44%

Reverse

Text, date within circle and wreath

Script: Arabic

Lettering: ١٢٨١

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ½ Kharub coin from the Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) made of Copper and weighing 1.8g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Abdulaziz and Muhammad III in 1281 (1865), which was a time of significant political and economic change in the region. The coin's design, featuring the names of the rulers and the year of issue, reflects the influence of Islamic culture and the importance of religion in the region's history. Additionally, the use of copper as the material for the coin highlights the resourcefulness and craftsmanship of the minting process during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1281 (1865)  3200000 - - - - - -

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