5 Centimes - Ahmad II (Zinc Essai) ND (1931) front 5 Centimes - Ahmad II (Zinc Essai) ND (1931) back
5 Centimes - Ahmad II (Zinc Essai) ND (1931) photo
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5 Centimes - Ahmad II Zinc Essai ND

1931 year
Zinc 1.44 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Tunisia
Ruling authority
Ahmad II (1929-1942)
Type
Pattern
Year
1931
Value
5 Centimes (0.05&nbspTNF)
Currency
Franc (1891-1957)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.44 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#112521
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Tunisia in French, value and Gregorian date

Scripts: Arabic, Latin

Lettering:
TUNISIE
5 CENTIMES
19
PROTECTORAT FRANÇAIS

Translation:
Tunisia
5 Centimes
19
French Protectorate

Comment

Zinc Essai of KM#258
Never issued as a regular coin

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Centimes - Ahmad II (Zinc Essai) ND (1931) coin from Tunisia is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1931 as a trial or pattern coin, which means it was not officially released into circulation. It was made of zinc and weighs 1.44 grams, which is unusual for a coin of its size and denomination. This coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity and historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.