40 Rial - Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II
1272 (1856) year| Gold (.999) | 7.10 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Ruling authority | Muhammad II (1855-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1272 (1856) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 40 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 7.10 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date within wreath
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
بتونس
٤٠
ت
١٢٧٢
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat
In Tunis
40
T
1272
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features two different rulers, Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II, on opposite sides. This is a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time.
