Dirham - Moulay Sulayman 2nd Standard; Fes Hazrat
Silver | 2.44 g | - |
Issuer | Morocco |
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Sultan | Moulay Sulayman (1792-1822) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1209-1212 (1795-1798) |
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 |
Numista | N#157271 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - Moulay Sulayman (2nd Standard; Fes Hazrat) 1209-1212 (1795-1798) from Morocco made of Silver weighing 2.44 g is that it was minted during the reign of Moulay Sulayman, who was the Sultan of Morocco from 1792 to 1822. During his reign, he implemented many reforms, including the introduction of a new currency, which was the Dirham, and the creation of a modern minting system. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the early Dirham coins minted during his reign.