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25 Centimes - Ahmad II Essai
1350 (1931) year| Aluminium-nickel-bronze | 5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Ahmad II (1929-1942) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1350 (1931) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25 TNF) |
| Currency | Franc (1891-1957) |
| Composition | Aluminium-nickel-bronze |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Tunisia in French and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUNISIE
25 CENTIMES
1931
ESSAI
PROTECTORAT FRANÇAIS
Translation:
Tunisia
25 Centimes
1931
Essai
French Protectorate
Engraver: Henri-Auguste Patey
Edge
Plain
Comment
Essai of KM#260Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 25 Centimes - Ahmad II (Essai) 1350 (1931) from Tunisia is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Lucien Bazor. Bazor was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous "Sower" series of coins for France. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Ahmad II, while the reverse depicts a stylized image of a palm tree, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
