5 Dirhams - Yusuf (high weight and smooth edge) 1331 (1913) front 5 Dirhams - Yusuf (high weight and smooth edge) 1331 (1913) back
5 Dirhams - Yusuf (high weight and smooth edge) 1331 (1913) photo
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5 Dirhams - Yusuf high weight and smooth edge

1331 (1913) year
Silver (.835) 18.28 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Yusef (1912-1927)
Type
Pattern
Year
1331 (1913)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Dirhams = ½ Rial (½&nbspMAH)
Currency
Rial (1882-1921)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
18.28 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#156675
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain

Comment

These pieces are controversial, as weight seems to be higher than ciruclation pieces (12.5g) and the edge is smooth (without stars). Possibly a pattern or a presentation issue

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Dirhams - Yusuf (high weight and smooth edge) 1331 (1913) from Morocco is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Sultan Yusuf, who ruled Morocco from 1912 to 1927. This was a period of significant political and social upheaval, as Morocco was facing pressure from European powers and undergoing modernization efforts. The coin's design, which features a unique blend of traditional Islamic motifs and modernist elements, reflects this cultural and historical context.