9th International Festival of Popular Arts of Carthage. 10th century coinage

Country : Tunisie

Continent : Afrique

Issued on : 09/07/1977

Age : 49 years

Michel Reference
TN 911
Stanley Reference
TN 884
Yvert Reference
TN 848
Themes
Arts
Description
This stamp highlights a coin from the 10th century, illustrating the numismatic wealth and economic power of Tunisia during the Fatimid or Zirid periods. At this time, cities like Mahdia or Kairouan were nerve centers of Mediterranean trade, and the minting of coins with such precision reflects the high degree of sophistication of the administration and craftsmanship of the time. By integrating this historical vestige into its philately, the Republic pays homage to its flamboyant medieval past and its role as a major financial crossroads between the East and the West.
Size
17x21 mm
Colors
Polychrome
Designer
Hatem El Mekki
Perforation
13 x 13¼
Print
Photogravure
Face Value
0,10 DT
Mint Value
Used Value
Print Run
1 005 000 exemplaires
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