2 Falus - Moulay 'Abd al-Rahman (3rd Standard; Fes) 1270-1276 (1854-1860) front 2 Falus - Moulay 'Abd al-Rahman (3rd Standard; Fes) 1270-1276 (1854-1860) back
2 Falus - Moulay 'Abd al-Rahman (3rd Standard; Fes) 1270-1276 (1854-1860) photo
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2 Falus - Moulay 'Abd al-Rahman 3rd Standard; Fes

 
Bronze 7 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Moulay ‘Abd al-Rahman (1822-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1270-1276 (1854-1860)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Falus
Currency
Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#27484
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

The dateAutomatically translated

Script: Arabic

Lettering: 1275

Comment

NOTE: diameter varies between 22-26mm

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features an Arabic inscription, while the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned shield with a crescent moon and star, which was a common motif in European heraldry. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the period of European colonialism in Morocco.