25 Rial / 15 Francs - Ali III Pattern
1304 (1887) year| Gold (.900) | 4.92 g | - |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Ali III (1882-1902) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1304 (1887) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 25 Rial = 15 Francs |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 4.92 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mint, date and value
Lettering:
ضرب
في
تونس
١٣٠٤
٢٥
Translation:
Struck in Tunis
1304
25
Comment
Pattern of KM#212Note: Listed in Krause with date AH1305, but with a picture showing AH1304
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 25 Rial / 15 Francs - Ali III (Pattern) 1304 (1887) from Tunisia is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Ali III, who was the last ruler of the Husainid dynasty, which had ruled Tunisia since 1705. In 1881, Tunisia became a French protectorate, and Ali III was forced to abdicate in favor of his son, Muhammad V. This coin was minted during this period of transition, and its design reflects the blending of traditional Islamic motifs with European influences, symbolizing the cultural and political changes taking place in Tunisia at the time.
