5 Dirhams - Yusuf (Nickel Essai) 1331 (1913) front 5 Dirhams - Yusuf (Nickel Essai) 1331 (1913) back
5 Dirhams - Yusuf (Nickel Essai) 1331 (1913) photo
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5 Dirhams - Yusuf Nickel Essai

1331 (1913) year
Nickel 12.1 g 32.04 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
Nickel
Weight
12.1 g
Diameter
32.04 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#156673
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Dirhams - Yusuf (Nickel Essai) 1331 (1913) from Morocco is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 examples known to exist. It was minted during the reign of Sultan Yusuf bin Hassan, who ruled Morocco from 1912 to 1927. The coin's design features a combination of Arabic and French inscriptions, reflecting the country's history of cultural exchange and colonial influence. Its nickel composition and 12.1g weight also make it stand out among other coins of its time.