2 Kharub - Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III 1293 (1876) front 2 Kharub - Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III 1293 (1876) back
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2 Kharub - Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III

1293 (1876) year
Copper 12.5 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia)
Ruling authority
Muhammad III (1859-1882)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1293 (1876)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Kharub (⅛)
Currency
Rial (1567-1891)
Composition
Copper
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#74086
Rarity index
94%

Interesting fact

The coin features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the period of Ottoman rule in Tunisia.