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Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III 1st Standard; Essaouira
| Silver | 2.93 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sidi Muhammad III (1748, 1757-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1182-1183 (1769-1770) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham |
| Currency | Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.93 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#151181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Inside a double circle, the name of the workshop followed by the date in figures; presence of a grenetis.
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (1st Standard; Essaouira) 1182-1183 (1769-1770) from Morocco made of Silver weighing 2.93 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the King, Sidi Mohammed III, dressed in traditional Islamic attire, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Moroccan coat of arms, which was influenced by European heraldry. This blend of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the reign of Sidi Mohammed III, who ruled Morocco during a time of significant cultural and political change.
