4 Rial - Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III Countermarked
1294 (1878) year| 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 |
| Year | 1294 (1878) |
| 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#112887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date within wreath
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
٤
١٢٩٤
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat Al-Sadiq
In Tunis
4
1294
Comment
Countermark: StarCountermark date: AH1295-1878
Host Coin: 4 Rial - Abdulhamid II / Muhammad III - KM#193
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a countermark, which is a stamp or marking added to a coin after it has been minted, often to indicate that it has been certified or authenticated by a particular authority. In this case, the countermark on the 4 Rial coin from the Beylik of Tunis indicates that it was issued during the reign of Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III, and that it has been verified by the Tunisian government. This adds an extra layer of authenticity and historical significance to the coin, making it a valuable and interesting piece for collectors.
