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5 Francs - Muhammad VIII Piedfort Essai
1365 (1946) year| Aluminium bronze | 23 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad VIII (1943-1957) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1365 (1946) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 TNF) |
| Currency | Franc (1891-1957) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
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
Comment
Piedfort Essai of KM#273; double thicknessInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs - Muhammad VIII (Piedfort Essai) 1365 (1946) from Tunisia is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Muhammad VIII, the Bey of Tunis, on one side, and an image of a palm tree and a crescent moon on the other. This design was specifically created for the Piedfort Essai, a pattern coin that was minted in limited quantities as a trial or sample coin, and was never officially circulated. The coin's rarity and unique design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1365 (1946) | 104 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Piedfort Essai) 1365 (1946) coin.
