Dinar - Abu’l-’Abbas Ahmad II (Fes) ND (1578-1603) front Dinar - Abu’l-’Abbas Ahmad II (Fes) ND (1578-1603) back
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Dinar - Abu’l-’Abbas Ahmad II Fes ND

 
Gold 3.89 g -
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Abu’l-‘Abbas Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1578-1603
Value
Dinar (1)
Currency
Dinar (1549-1659)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.89 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#158589
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinar - Abu’l-’Abbas Ahmad II (Fes) ND (1578-1603) from Morocco made of Gold weighing 3.89 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Moroccan design elements. The coin's obverse side features a calligraphic inscription of the coin's denomination and mint date, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a palm tree, which is a common motif in Moroccan architecture and art. This blend of Islamic and Moroccan design elements makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.