© CGB
© CGB
20 Centimes - Muhammad VIII Essai
1364 (1945) year| Zinc | 3.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad VIII (1943-1957) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1364 (1945) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Centimes (0.20 TNF) |
| Currency | Franc (1891-1957) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112518 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Tunisia in French, value and Gregorian date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUNISIE
20 CENTIMES
1945
ESSAI
PROTECTORAT FRANÇAIS
Translation:
Tunisia
20 Centimes
1945
Essai
French Protectorate
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Essai of KM#272Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Centimes coin from Tunisia is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1945 as a trial or essai coin, which means it was not meant for circulation but rather as a test or sample. It features the image of Muhammad VIII, the Bey of Tunis, on one side and the Tunisian coat of arms on the other. The coin is made of zinc and weighs 3.5 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar size and composition. Its rarity and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in African and Middle Eastern coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1364 (1945) | 1100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centimes - Muhammad VIII (Essai) 1364 (1945) coin.
