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5 Francs - Ahmad II
| Silver (.680) | 5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Ahmad II (1929-1942) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1353-1355 (1935-1936) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 TNF) |
| Currency | Franc (1891-1957) |
| Composition | Silver (.680) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#11230 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Tunisia in French and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUNISIE
5
FRANCS
Translation:
Tunisia
5 Francs
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Francs - Ahmad II 1353-1355 (1935-1936) coin from Tunisia is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Ahmad II, who was the Bey of Tunis from 1929 until 1942. During his reign, Tunisia experienced significant political and social reforms, including the abolition of slavery and the introduction of a constitutional government. Additionally, the coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil, as Tunisia was facing significant economic challenges due to the global economic downturn of the 1930s. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1353 (1935) | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1355 (1936) | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs - Ahmad II 1353-1355 (1935-1936) coin.
