5 Mazunas - Abd al-Aziz (Pattern; Fes; without "5") 1320 (1903) front 5 Mazunas - Abd al-Aziz (Pattern; Fes; without "5") 1320 (1903) back
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5 Mazunas - Abd al-Aziz Pattern; Fes; without "5"

1320 (1903) year
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Abdelaziz (1894-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1320 (1903)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Mazunas (1⁄100&nbspMAH)
Currency
Rial (1882-1921)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#158669
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Mazunas - Abd al-Aziz (Pattern; Fes; without "5") 1320 (1903) from Morocco made of Bronze is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Moroccan king, Abd al-Aziz, wearing a fez and a long coat, while the reverse side features a pattern of interlocking circles and stars, which is a common motif in Islamic art. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Morocco and Europe during the early 20th century.