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25 Rial - Abdulaziz and Muhammad III Pattern
1281 (1865) year| Copper | 2.89 g | - |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdülaziz (1861-1876) |
| Ruling authority | Muhammad III (1859-1882) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1281 (1865) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 25 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.89 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112694 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date within wreath
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
٢٥
١٢٨١
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat Al-Sadiq
In Tunis
25
1281
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Copper Pattern Strike of KM#148Interesting fact
The Pattern 25 Rial coin was designed to be used as a trial coinage for the Beylik of Tunis, and it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin features an Arabic inscription that reads "Abdulaziz and Muhammad III" in a circular pattern, while the reverse side features a depiction of a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, which are common symbols of Islamic culture. The coin's design was likely influenced by the European coinage of the time, as the Beylik of Tunis was a vassal state of the Ottoman Empire, which had strong trade and cultural ties with Europe. This blending of cultural influences makes the Pattern 25 Rial coin a fascinating example of the diverse cultural exchange that occurred during this time period.
