½ Falus - Sidi Mohammed III (Tetuan) 1188-1193 (1774-1779) front ½ Falus - Sidi Mohammed III (Tetuan) 1188-1193 (1774-1779) back
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½ Falus - Sidi Mohammed III Tetuan

 
Copper 1.76 g -
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Sidi Muhammad III (1748, 1757-1790)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1188-1193 (1774-1779)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Falus
Currency
Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.76 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#157465
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

The ½ Falus coin from Morocco, issued during the reign of Sidi Mohammed III (Tetuan) from 1188-1193 (1774-1779), features a unique design element - a small crescent moon and star symbol on the obverse side, which represents the Islamic faith of the ruler and the country.