Currency Museum, Banking institution museum in Avenue Mohamed V, Tunis, Tunisia
Description
The Currency Museum sits within the Central Bank building on Avenue Mohamed V and displays coins and banknotes from different periods of history. The exhibition presents the evolution of Tunisian money from ancient to modern times.
History
The Central Bank created this museum to preserve the long history of Tunisian money systems. Early banknotes and coins from various ruling periods form the core of what the museum holds today.
Culture
The collection of coins and banknotes reflects how money and trade shaped Tunisia across different eras. Visitors can observe how the currency changed with each period of the country's history.
Practical
The museum is centrally located in Tunis and easy to reach by standard transportation. Plan at least an hour to explore the exhibitions at a comfortable pace.
Did you know?
The museum holds a remarkable private collection of rare coins seldom seen in public exhibitions elsewhere. These items offer deeper insight into the region's trading past.
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