½ Falus - Abd al-Aziz (Pattern; Fes) 1319 (1902) front ½ Falus - Abd al-Aziz (Pattern; Fes) 1319 (1902) back
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½ Falus - Abd al-Aziz Pattern; Fes

1319 (1902) year
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Abdelaziz (1894-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1319 (1902)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Falus (1⁄400&nbspMAH)
Currency
Rial (1882-1921)
Composition
Bronze
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#158653
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Falus - Abd al-Aziz (Pattern; Fes) 1319 (1902) from Morocco made of Bronze 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, Abd al-Aziz, in a traditional Islamic style, while the reverse side features a pattern of stars and crescents, which was a common design element in European coins of the time. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that was taking place between Morocco and Europe during the early 20th century.