Dirham - Hisham 1st Standard; Essaouira Mogador
Silver | 2.73 g | - |
Issuer | City of Marrakesh (Moroccan States) |
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Ruling authority | Moulay Hisham (1790-1794) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1206-1208 (1792-1794) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 1 Dirham |
Currency | Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.73 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#157428 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Sultan Hisham, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and this coin was part of a new currency system that he introduced to replace the old system of bartering and to promote trade and commerce in Morocco.