4 Kharub - Mustafa IV 1223 (1808) front 4 Kharub - Mustafa IV 1223 (1808) back
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4 Kharub - Mustafa IV

1223 (1808) year
Billon 3.5 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia)
Sultan
Mustafa IV (1807-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1223 (1808)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
4 Kharub (¼)
Currency
Rial (1567-1891)
Composition
Billon
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#112910
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Mint and Islamic date in Arabic

Lettering:
ضرب
في
تونس
۱٢٢٣

Translation: 1223

Interesting fact

The 4 Kharub coin from the Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) made of Billon and weighing 3.5g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Mustafa IV in 1223 (1808), which was a time of significant political and economic change in the region. The coin's design and materials reflect the influence of various cultures and empires that had a presence in the area, making it a unique piece of history.