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Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III 1st Standard; Miknas
| Silver | 2.93 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sidi Muhammad III (1748, 1757-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1172-1193 (1759-1779) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham |
| Currency | Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.93 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#9622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (1st Standard; Miknas) 1172-1193 (1759-1779) from Morocco made of Silver weighing 2.93 g is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Morocco. The coin was issued during the reign of Sultan Sidi Mohammed III, who ruled Morocco from 1759 to 1779. During his reign, Morocco experienced a period of economic growth and cultural revival, and the coinage of the time reflects this. The Dirham coin was an important part of this economic growth, as it was widely used for trade and commerce throughout the region.
