½ Dirham - Moulay al-Hasan I (Pattern; Fes) 1311 (1894) front ½ Dirham - Moulay al-Hasan I (Pattern; Fes) 1311 (1894) back
½ Dirham - Moulay al-Hasan I (Pattern; Fes) 1311 (1894) photo
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½ Dirham - Moulay al-Hasan I Pattern; Fes

1311 (1894) year
Silver 1.4 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Moulay al-Hasan I (1873-1894)
Type
Pattern
Year
1311 (1894)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Dirham = 1⁄20 Rial (1⁄20&nbspMAH)
Currency
Rial (1882-1921)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#158606
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Dirham - Moulay al-Hasan I (Pattern; Fes) 1311 (1894) from Morocco made of Silver weighing 1.4 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Moroccan king, Moulay al-Hasan I, dressed in traditional Islamic attire, while the reverse side features a pattern of stars and crescents, which is a common motif in Islamic art. However, the coin's design also incorporates elements of European heraldry, such as the use of a shield and crown, which were not typically found on Islamic coins. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Morocco and Europe during the late 19th century.