Dirham - Moulay 'Abd al-Rahman 3rd Standard; Tetuan
| Silver | 1.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Moulay ‘Abd al-Rahman (1822-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1256-1258 (1840-1842) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham |
| Currency | Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.66 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#157148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Moulay 'Abd al-Rahman, who was the third king of the 'Alawi dynasty in Morocco and ruled from 1822 to 1851. During his reign, Morocco faced significant challenges, including the threat of European colonization and internal political instability. Despite these challenges, Moulay 'Abd al-Rahman was able to maintain Morocco's independence and sovereignty, and his reign is remembered as a period of significant political and economic development for the country.
