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½ Dirham - Ahmad Abu al-Abbas al-Mansur ND
| Silver | 1.2 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abu’l-‘Abbas Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1578-1603 |
| Value | ½ Dirham (7⁄20) |
| Currency | Dinar (1549-1659) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#333087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The ½ Dirham coin from Morocco, issued during the reign of Ahmad Abu al-Abbas al-Mansur ND (1578-1603), features a unique design element - a small crescent moon and a five-pointed star on the obverse side, which represents the Islamic faith and the connection to the Ottoman Empire.
