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25 Rial - Abdulaziz and Muhammad III
| Gold (.900) | 4.92 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdülaziz (1861-1876) |
| Ruling authority | Muhammad III (1859-1882) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1278-1291 (1862-1874) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 25 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 4.92 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Arabic inscriptions between two branches, date at bottom.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
٢٥
١٢٨۹
Translation:
During the regency of Mohammed Sadiq in Tunis
25
1289
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in Tunisia. The Beylik of Tunis, which was a medieval Islamic state, was facing challenges from European powers and internal strife, which led to the eventual overthrow of the ruling dynasty in 1874. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Tunisia.
