Double Dinar - Abu Marwan ‘Abd al-Malik II 1040 (1631) front Double Dinar - Abu Marwan ‘Abd al-Malik II 1040 (1631) back
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Double Dinar - Abu Marwan ‘Abd al-Malik II

1040 (1631) year
Gold 9 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Abu Marwan ‘Abd al-Malik II (1626-1629)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1040 (1631)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Dinars
Currency
Dinar (1549-1659)
Composition
Gold
Weight
9 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#157673
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Double Dinar coin from Morocco is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features Arabic script and imagery, while the reverse side features a Christian cross, reflecting the cultural exchange and blending of religions that occurred during the time period in which it was minted.