50 Rial - Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III
| Gold (.900) | 9.84 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdul Hamid II (1876-1881) |
| Ruling authority | Muhammad III (1859-1882) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1295-1297 (1878-1880) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 9.84 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date within wreath
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
٥٠
١٢٩٧
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat Al-Sadiq
In Tunis
50
1297
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of political turmoil in Tunisia. Abdulhamid II and Muhammad III were both claimants to the throne, and their rivalry led to a period of political instability in the country. Despite this, the coin was still issued and used as a form of currency, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of the Tunisian people during times of conflict.