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5 Francs - Muhammad VIII Piedfort Essai
1373 (1954) year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | Tunisia |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad VIII (1943-1957) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1373 (1954) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 TNF) |
| Currency | Franc (1891-1957) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Tunisia in French, value and Gregorian date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1954
5
FRANCS
TUNISIE
ESSAI
Translation:
1954
5 Francs
Tunisia
Essai
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Comment
Piedfort Essai of KM#277; double thicknessInteresting fact
The Pattern 5 Francs - Muhammad VIII (Piedfort Essai) 1373 (1954) from Tunisia, made of Copper-nickel, is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was minted as a trial piece for a potential new design, but the project was ultimately abandoned, making this coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1373 (1954) | 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) 1373 (1954) coin.
