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20 Centimes - Muhammad VIII Piedfort Essai
1364 (1945) year| Zinc | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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
Comment
Piedfort Essai of KM#272; double thicknessInteresting fact
The Pattern 20 Centimes - Muhammad VIII (Piedfort Essai) 1364 (1945) from Tunisia made of Zinc is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 examples minted. It was created as a trial strike, and its existence was unknown to the public until 1970. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1364 (1945) | 104 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Piedfort Essai) 1364 (1945) coin.
