Dirham - al-Husayn (1st Standard; Marrakesh) 1209-1210 (1795-1796) front Dirham - al-Husayn (1st Standard; Marrakesh) 1209-1210 (1795-1796) back
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Dirham - al-Husayn 1st Standard; Marrakesh

 
Silver 2.44 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Marrakesh (Moroccan States)
Ruling authority
Moulay al-Husayn (1794-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1209-1210 (1795-1796)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dirham
Currency
Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.44 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#157418
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

The Dirham coin was issued during the reign of Sultan al-Husayn, who ruled the Moroccan States from 1795 to 1803. During his reign, he implemented several economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system that included the Dirham coin. This coin was made of silver and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Moroccan States. It's interesting to note that the coin was issued during a time of significant political and economic change in Morocco, as the country was facing challenges from European powers and struggling to maintain its independence. Despite these challenges, the Dirham coin remained an important part of Moroccan currency for many years and is still sought after by collectors today.