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5 Rial - Abdulaziz and Muhammad III Pattern
1281 (1865) year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdülaziz (1861-1876) |
| Ruling authority | Muhammad III (1859-1882) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1281 (1865) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date within wreath
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
٥
١٢٨١
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat Al-Sadiq
In Tunis
5
1281
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Copper Pattern Strike of KM#162Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Rial coin was minted during the reign of Abdulaziz and Muhammad III in 1281 (1865) and features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin features an Arabic inscription that reads "Al-Sultani al-Mu'ayyad bi-llah" (The Sultan assisted by God), while the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned shield with the Tunisian flag and the year of minting (1281) written in Arabic. This blend of Islamic and European design elements reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Beylik of Tunis' history.
