50 Francs - Muhammad VIII 1370-1376 (1950-1957) front 50 Francs - Muhammad VIII 1370-1376 (1950-1957) back
50 Francs - Muhammad VIII 1370-1376 (1950-1957) photo
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50 Francs - Muhammad VIII

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 8 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Tunisia
Ruling authority
Muhammad VIII (1943-1957)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1370-1376 (1950-1957)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
50 Francs (50&nbspTNF)
Currency
Franc (1891-1957)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#1212
Rarity index
12%

Reverse

Value and date within upper circle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1950
50
FRANCS
TUNISIE

Translation:
1950
50
Francs
Tunisia

Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Francs - Muhammad VIII 1370-1376 (1950-1957) coin from Tunisia is that it features a unique blend of Arabic and French design elements. The obverse side of the coin features an Arabic inscription that reads "Muhammad VIII" in a bold, cursive script, while the reverse side features the denomination "50 Francs" in French, along with a stylized image of a palm tree and a crescent moon. This blend of cultures and languages reflects the rich history and diversity of Tunisia, a country that has been influenced by various civilizations throughout the centuries.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1370 (1950)  5000000 - - - - - -
1376 (1957)  600000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs - Muhammad VIII 1370-1376 (1950-1957) coin.