Dirham - Abd al-Aziz Pattern; Berlin
1320 (1903) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdelaziz (1894-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1320 (1903) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham = ⅒ Rial (0.1 MAH) |
| Currency | Rial (1882-1921) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#158675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern Dirham - Abd al-Aziz (Pattern; Berlin) 1320 (1903) from Morocco made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The coin's obverse side features the Arabic inscription "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah" (Shahada), while the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned shield with the German eagle at its center, surrounded by the inscription "Abd al-Aziz, King of Morocco" in Arabic. This blend of Islamic and European design elements reflects the complex cultural and political influences at play in Morocco during the early 20th century.
