Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (2nd Standard; Rabat al-Fath) 1201 (1787) front Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (2nd Standard; Rabat al-Fath) 1201 (1787) back
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Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III 2nd Standard; Rabat al-Fath

1201 (1787) year
Silver 2.73 g -
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Sidi Muhammad III (1748, 1757-1790)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1201 (1787)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dirham
Currency
Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.73 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#157535
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - Sidi Mohammed III (2nd Standard; Rabat al-Fath) 1201 (1787) from Morocco made of Silver weighing 2.73 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of King Sidi Mohammed III, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the Moroccan coat of arms, which incorporates elements of Islamic calligraphy and geometric patterns. This blending 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 political and cultural change.