The Tunisian Dinar (TND) is the official currency of Tunisia, a North African country located on the Mediterranean coast.
The currency code of the Tunisian dinar is TND, and its symbol is the Latin letter "Ù.Ù" or "DT".
The Central Bank of Tunisia is responsible for issuing and managing the national currency, as well as implementing and supervising monetary policy.
History of Tunisian Dinar
The Tunisian dinar was introduced on November 1, 1958, replacing the Tunisian franc at an exchange rate of 1,000 francs to 1 dinar.
The decision to establish a new currency is part of Tunisia's efforts to maintain its economic and political independence after the end of French colonial rule.
Before the introduction of the dinar, Tunisia used the French franc as its currency.
Denominations and Breakdowns
The
Tunisian dinar is subdivided into 1,000 smaller units called millilis.
Coins are available in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 milliliters, and 1/2, 1, 2 and 5 dinars.
Banknotes are available in 5, 10, 20 and 50 dinar denominations.
The graphics on Tunisian dinar coins and banknotes often depict the country's history, cultural heritage and local flora and fauna, reflecting Tunisia's national identity.
Exchange rate and economy
Tunisia’s economy is diversified and spans agriculture, manufacturing and services, including tourism.
The country is also an important exporter of phosphates and textiles.
The exchange rate of the Tunisian dinar is affected by various factors such as global commodity prices, the overall performance of the national economy, and foreign exchange market conditions.
It is important to note that the Tunisian dinar is not a freely convertible currency and there are restrictions on its exchange and the transfer of funds in and out of the country.
Forex trading is controlled by the Central Bank of Tunisia and travelers should be aware of these regulations when visiting the country.
Summary
The Tunisian dinar is the official currency of Tunisia and is administered by the Central Bank of Tunisia.
Introduced in 1958, the currency is subdivided into 1,000 millimeters and coins and banknotes are issued in multiple denominations.
The graphics on the currency reflect the country’s history and cultural heritage.
The exchange rate of the Tunisian dinar is affected by external factors and the overall performance of the national economy. There are restrictions on currency exchange and the entry and exit of funds.
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