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⅓ Square Dirham - Muhammad (Meknes mint) ND
| Silver | 0.56 g | - |
| Issuer | Wattasid dynasty (North Africa and Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | ⅓ Dirham (7⁄30) |
| Currency | Dinar (1472-1554) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.56 g |
| Size | 12.4 × 10.6 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#385061 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Muhammad, Commander
of the Mulsumans
Miknasah (Meknes)
Lettering:
محمد آمر
المسلمين
مكناسة
Interesting fact
The ⅓ Square Dirham coin from the Wattasid dynasty, which was minted in Meknes, North Africa, and Sicily, features an unusual square shape with rounded corners. This unique design was a departure from the traditional round shape of coins at the time and was likely intended to make the coin more easily identifiable and harder to counterfeit.
