½ Dirham - Sidi Mohammed IV (2nd Standard; Marrakesh) 1283-1286 (1866-1869) front ½ Dirham - Sidi Mohammed IV (2nd Standard; Marrakesh) 1283-1286 (1866-1869) back
½ Dirham - Sidi Mohammed IV (2nd Standard; Marrakesh) 1283-1286 (1866-1869) photo
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½ Dirham - Sidi Mohammed IV 2nd Standard; Marrakesh

 
Silver 1.47 g -
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Sidi Muhammad IV (1859-1873)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1283-1286 (1866-1869)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Dirham
Currency
Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.47 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#157022
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Dirham coin from Morocco is that it was minted during the reign of Sultan Sidi Mohammed IV, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the country's economy. The coin's design features the Sultan's name and title in Arabic script, as well as the date of minting in both the Islamic and Gregorian calendars. The use of silver in the coin's composition was also a significant choice, as it reflected the country's rich mineral resources and its long history of trading and commerce.