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5 Francs - Muhammad VIII
1365 (1946) year| Aluminium bronze | 12 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad VIII (1943-1957) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1365 (1946) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 TNF) |
| Currency | Franc (1891-1957) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2.28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1956 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#3648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Tunisia in French, value and Gregorian date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUNISIE
5
FRANCS
1946
· PROTECTORAT FRANÇAIS ·
Translation:
Tunisia
5 Francs
1946
French Protectorate
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Muhammad VIII, the Bey of Tunis, who ruled from 1943 to 1953. The coin was minted in 1946, during his reign, and it's interesting to note that the coin's design was influenced by the country's history and culture. The use of Arabic script and the image of the Bey reflect the country's Islamic heritage and the importance of the ruling dynasty at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1365 (1946) | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs - Muhammad VIII 1365 (1946) coin.
