◆ From ancient Carthaginian gold, silver and electrum to the ornate inscriptions of the Beylik of Tunis, Tunisia’s coinage offers a striking progression of Mediterranean and North African design. Copper, billon, silver and gold issues of the rial era place Arabic calligraphy at the centre of their composition, with inscriptions naming Husaynid rulers and Ottoman sultans. Protectorate-era francs and centimes introduce a different visual language, pairing European mint precision with Tunisian ornament. Gold 20-franc pieces and substantial silver denominations give this period particular presence through their balanced lettering, intricate borders and carefully engraved detail.
◆ Republican dinars and millimes bring national identity into focus through Habib Bourguiba’s portrait, agricultural motifs and architectural landmarks. Tunisia’s commemorative coinage extends that narrative: the 1969 History of Tunisia silver proof series draws on historic figures and monuments, while gold issues marking the Republic’s tenth anniversary and FAO themes add further depth to the modern repertoire. Across selected proof editions, reflective fields and contrasting relief sharpen the impact of the engraving. Choose Tunisian coinage for the strength of its inscriptions, the precision of its portraits and the historical subjects preserved in metal, at FORTYMILLION.
