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2½ Dirhams - Moulay al-Hasan I Pattern
1298 (1881) year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Moulay al-Hasan I (1873-1894) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1298 (1881) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2½ Dirhams = ¼ Rial (¼ MAH) |
| Currency | Rial (1882-1921) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#158033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2½ Dirhams coin was minted during the reign of Moulay al-Hasan I, who was the Sultan of Morocco from 1873 to 1894. The coin features a unique pattern, with a central circle containing the Arabic inscription "al-Hasan" surrounded by a wreath of leaves. The coin was minted in bronze, which was a common material used for coinage in Morocco at the time. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists due to its unique design and historical significance.
