French 1920- 10 centime, Tunisie, coin/token

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a coin from 1920 with a circular hole in the middle, featuring inscriptions on its surface including "TUNISIE" and "PROTECTORAT FRANÇAIS," indicating its origin during the period when Tunisia was under French protectorate, and the denomination is marked as "10 CENTIMES." The coin displays intricate designs with botanical elements flanking the denomination, and its metallic surface is worn yet distinct, set against a dark background that highlights its historical significance and unique design, typical of early 20th century minted currency in regions under colonial administration.

The image shows a coin from 1920 with a circular hole in the middle, featuring inscriptions on its surface including "TUNISIE" and "PROTECTORAT FRANÇAIS," indicating its origin during the period when Tunisia was under French protectorate, and the denomination is marked as "10 CENTIMES." The coin displays intricate designs with botanical elements flanking the denomination, and its metallic surface is worn yet distinct, set against a dark background that highlights its historical significance and unique design, typical of early 20th century minted currency in regions under colonial administration.

Name/Title

French 1920- 10 centime, Tunisie, coin/token

Entry/Object ID

681/16609

Description

French 1920- 10 centime, Tunisie, coin/token, alum.

Collection

ETHNOGRAPHIC/AFRICA, Coins

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

Tunisia