4 Rial - Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III
| Silver (.835) | 12.80 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdul Hamid II (1876-1881) |
| Ruling authority | Muhammad III (1859-1882) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1294-1297 (1877-1880) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 4 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 12.80 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date within wreath
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
٤
١٢٩٧
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat Al-Sadiq
In Tunis
4
1297
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political change in Tunisia. The Beylik of Tunis, which was a medieval Islamic state, was facing pressure from European powers, particularly France, which had begun to colonize parts of North Africa. The coin's minting during this period reflects the complex political and economic dynamics of the time, as Tunisia struggled to maintain its independence while also engaging with European powers.
