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1 Franc - Ali III
| Silver (.835) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Ali III (1882-1902) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1308-1320 (1891-1902) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Franc (1 TNF) |
| Currency | Franc (1891-1957) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#11215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 27% |
Reverse
Country, value, date, mint letter within centre beaded circle. Surrounded by ornate pattern. Toothed border
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUNISIE
1 FRANC
1892
A
Engraver: Jean Lagrange
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Franc - Ali III 1308-1320 (1891-1902) coin from Tunisia is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Ali III, the Bey of Tunis, wearing a fez and a cloak, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a palm tree, a common motif in Islamic art, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, a classic European element. This blending of styles reflects the cultural influences of the time and adds to the coin's historical and artistic significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1308 (1891) A | 1575000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1309 (1892) A | 1575000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1310 (1893) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1311 (1894) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1313 (1895) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1314 (1896) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1315 (1897) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1316 (1898) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1317 (1899) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1318 (1900) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1319 (1901) A | 700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1320 (1902) A | 703 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc - Ali III 1308-1320 (1891-1902) coin.
