Falus - Moulay Sulayman (without mint name; type 1) 1214-1238 (1800-1823) front Falus - Moulay Sulayman (without mint name; type 1) 1214-1238 (1800-1823) back
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Falus - Moulay Sulayman without mint name; type

 
Bronze 3.53 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Morocco
Sultan
Moulay Sulayman (1792-1822)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1214-1238 (1800-1823)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Falus
Currency
Hammered/Cast Coinage (1659-1882)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.53 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#58004
Rarity index
84%

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Falus - Moulay Sulayman (without mint name; type 1) 1214-1238 (1800-1823) from Morocco made of Bronze weighing 3.53 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Moulay Sulayman, who was the Sultan of Morocco from 1800 to 1823. During his reign, he implemented many reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which included the Falus coin. The coin was made of bronze and had a unique design, featuring the name of the Sultan and the date of minting. Despite its small size and weight, the Falus coin played an important role in the economy of Morocco during that time and was widely used for everyday transactions.