2 Kharub - Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II thin legend
1276 (1860) year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad II (1855-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1276 (1860) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Kharub (⅛) |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, and Islamic date within wreath
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
بتونس
١٢٧٦
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat
In Tunis
1276
Interesting fact
The Beylik of Tunis, where this coin was minted, was a province of the Ottoman Empire, and the coinage of the region was heavily influenced by Ottoman coinage. In fact, the design of this coin, featuring the names of both Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II, reflects the Ottoman tradition of including the names of both the reigning sultan and his heir on coins. This coin is a unique example of the blending of Ottoman and Tunisian influences in numismatics.
