Dirham - Muhammad al-Hajj ad-Dila'i (type 1) ND (1659) front Dirham - Muhammad al-Hajj ad-Dila'i (type 1) ND (1659) back
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Dirham - Muhammad al-Hajj ad-Dila'i type 1 ND

1659 year
Silver 0.98 g -
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Period
Dila'i Interregnum (1654-1664)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1659
Value
1 Dirham
Currency
Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.98 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#157652
Rarity index
95%

Interesting fact

The Muhammad al-Hajj ad-Dila'i (type 1) Dirham coin from Morocco, which was minted in 1659, features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse side features a stylized representation of the Islamic declaration of faith, known as the Shahada, which is written in Arabic script. This is significant because it highlights the importance of Islam in Moroccan culture and society during that period. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively low weight make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in Islamic coinage.