Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III 1st Standard; Tagr al-Araish
1183 (1770) year| Silver | 2.93 g | - |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sidi Muhammad III (1748, 1757-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1183 (1770) |
| 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#157524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (1st Standard; Tagr al-Araish) 1183 (1770) from Morocco made of Silver weighing 2.93 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Moroccan design elements. The coin's obverse side features a stylized representation of the Moroccan king, Sidi Mohammed III, while the reverse side bears an inscription in Arabic script that translates to "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah." This blend of religious and royal symbols reflects the complex cultural and political landscape of Morocco during the 18th century.
