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2 Piastres

Tunisian 2 Piastres

Tunisia (Beylik of Tunis under Ottoman suzerainty) · 1864-1882 (AH 1281-1299)

A silver Tunisian coin featuring the tughra emblem of the reigning Bey surrounded by a border of crescents, stars, and floral motifs.

Country: Tunisia (Beylik of Tunis under Ottoman suzerainty)
Year: 1864-1882 (AH 1281-1299)
Denomination: 2 Piastres
Metal: 0.835 Silver
Grade: Fine to Very Fine (circulated with visible surface wear and minor scratches)

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Overview

A silver Tunisian coin featuring the tughra emblem of the reigning Bey surrounded by a border of crescents, stars, and floral motifs.

Historical significance

Struck during the mid-to-late 19th century in the Beylik of Tunis, shortly before the establishment of the French protectorate in 1881.

Obverse (front)

Features the elaborate tughra of the Bey of Tunis, with a small floral or fruit branch beneath it, enclosed by a ring of alternating crescents and five-pointed stars.

Reverse (back)

Features Arabic inscriptions denoting the denomination and mint details within a central cartouche, surrounded by a matching decorative border of crescents and stars.

Estimated value

$10-$30 depending on condition and exact accession year

What drives this coin's value

Condition grade, exact regnal year / accession year date, and overall eye appeal

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (circulated with visible surface wear and minor scratches)

Mintage & rarity

Common to scarce depending on the specific regnal year

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight, diameter, and silver content using standard non-destructive testing if suspicion arises; look for cast counterfeits or altered dates.

Notable varieties & errors

Variations in the regnal year numbers located in the upper portion of the reverse side

Similar coins

Other Ottoman Empire fractional silver coins of the 19th century (such as Egyptian or Turkish piastres)

Care & preservation

Handle by edges with clean cotton gloves. Store in a non-PVC coin flip or holder in a stable, low-humidity environment. Never clean.

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