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Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III 1st Standard; Marrakesh, type
| Silver | 2.93 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sidi Muhammad III (1748, 1757-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1172-1174 (1759-1761) |
| 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#151595 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Inside a circle, the name of the workshop followed by the date in western numerals; around, a pearl circle followed by a continuous circle; presence of a grenetis.
Translation: Struck in Marrakech in the year 1174 of the hegira.
Script: Arabic
Comment
Corpus # 301 & Album 589 for AH 1173https://www.zeno.ru/showphoto.php?photo=75556
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (1st Standard; Marrakesh, type 1) 1172-1174 (1759-1761) from Morocco made of Silver weighing 2.93 g is that it was minted during the reign of Sultan Sidi Mohammed III, who was the first sultan of the Alaouite dynasty, which has ruled Morocco ever since. This coin was part of the first standardized currency introduced in Morocco, replacing the various local currencies that were in use before. The coin features the name of the sultan and the date of minting in Arabic script on one side, and a decorative pattern on the other. It was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time, and weighed 2.93 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, providing a glimpse into Morocco's rich history and monetary system.
