13 Nasri - Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II (thin legend) 1272-1273 (1856-1857) front 13 Nasri - Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II (thin legend) 1272-1273 (1856-1857) back
13 Nasri - Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II (thin legend) 1272-1273 (1856-1857) photo
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13 Nasri - Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II thin legend

 
Copper 23.2 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia)
Ruling authority
Muhammad II (1855-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1272-1273 (1856-1857)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
13 Nasri (⅛)
Currency
Rial (1567-1891)
Composition
Copper
Weight
23.2 g
Diameter
33 mm
Thickness
3.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#112805
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Bey, mint, and Islamic date within wreath

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
محمد
مدة
بتونس
١٢٧٢

Translation:
Muhammad Muddat
In Tunis
1272

Edge

Plain

Comment

Year AH1273:

© Image courtesy of Sincona AG

KM#115.1 (thin legend) & KM#115.2 (thick legend) for Year AH1273:

© Image courtesy of Sincona AG

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of significant political change in Tunisia. The Beylik of Tunis, which was a medieval Islamic state, was undergoing a period of instability and transition, with various factions vying for power. This coin was minted during the reign of Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II, who were both prominent leaders of the time. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Tunisia.