Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III 1st Standard; Sale
| Silver | 2.93 g | - |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sidi Muhammad III (1748, 1757-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1187-1188 (1773-1774) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham |
| Currency | Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.93 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#157523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (1st Standard; Sale) 1187-1188 (1773-1774) 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 ruler of Morocco from 1757 to 1790. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were designed to standardize the currency of Morocco and replace the various local currencies that were in use at the time. The coin features an inscription in Arabic that reads "Al-Sultan al-Wathiq bi-Allah Sidi Muhammad III" which means "The Sultan who trusts in God, Sidi Muhammad III". This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Moroccan history, and it is highly sought after by collectors.
