1 Rial - Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III Countermarked
1294 (1878) year| Silver | 3.20 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad III (1859-1882) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1294 (1878) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.20 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date within wreath.
Countermark: Star
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
١
١٢٩٤
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat Al-Sadiq
In Tunis
1
1294
Comment
Countermark: StarCountermark date: AH1295-1878
Host Coin: 1 Rial - Abdulhamid II / Muhammad III - KM#189
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a countermark, which is a mark or symbol that was added to the coin after it was minted, indicating that it was issued by a different authority or for a specific purpose. In this case, the countermark on the 1 Rial coin from the Beylik of Tunis indicates that it was issued during the reign of Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III, who were the rulers of the Ottoman Empire at the time. This adds an extra layer of historical significance to the coin, making it a unique and interesting piece for collectors.
