2 Falus - Abd al-Aziz Pattern; Marrakesh
1319 (1902) yearBronze | - | - |
Issuer | Morocco |
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Sultan | Abdelaziz (1894-1908) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1319 (1902) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 2 Falus (1⁄100 MAH) |
Currency | Rial (1882-1921) |
Composition | Bronze |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#158660 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Falus was a trial coin minted in 1902 for the Moroccan Sultan Abd al-Aziz, and it features a unique blend of Arabic and Berber influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the sultan's name and title in Arabic, while the reverse side features a stylized Berber motif and the date in the Islamic calendar. This coin is a rare example of the cultural fusion that characterized the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Morocco, and it is highly sought after by collectors today.