Morocco 5 Mazunas 1912 – AH 1330 Sultan Yusuf Bronze Coin

This Morocco 5 Mazunas 1912 bronze coin dates from AH 1330 in the Islamic Hijri calendar, corresponding to 1912 in the Gregorian calendar. Issued during the reign of Sultan Yusuf, it is an attractive example of early 20th-century Moroccan coinage and features the distinctive geometric and Arabic designs associated with the period.

The coin was struck in bronze and measures approximately 25 mm in diameter. Its design incorporates traditional star-shaped motifs with Arabic inscriptions and the Islamic date AH 1330. These features give the coin a strongly recognisable Moroccan character and make it particularly interesting to collectors of North African and Islamic coinage.

Morocco 5 Mazunas 1912 Coin of Sultan Yusuf

The Morocco 5 Mazunas 1912 issue belongs to the coinage of Sultan Yusuf, who ruled Morocco during an important transitional period in the country’s modern history. The denomination of 5 Mazunas formed part of the Moroccan monetary system before later franc-based issues became more widely used.

One side of the coin features Arabic script positioned within a multi-lobed geometric star design, together with the date AH 1330. The opposite side carries further Arabic inscription within a prominent five-pointed star.

This use of geometric ornamentation and Arabic calligraphy gives the coin a distinctive appearance compared with contemporary European coinage and reflects traditional Moroccan decorative influences.

Coin Specifications

• Country: Morocco
• Denomination: 5 Mazunas
• Ruler: Sultan Yusuf
• Date: AH 1330 / 1912 CE
• Composition: Bronze
• Diameter: Approximately 25 mm
• Mint: Paris
• Catalogue reference: KM / Y#28.1
• Mintage: Approximately 2,983,000
• Condition: Circulated
• Quantity: One individual coin

AH 1330 and the 1912 Date

The date visible on the coin is AH 1330 rather than 1912 because Morocco used the Islamic Hijri calendar on its coinage. AH 1330 corresponds approximately to 1912 in the Gregorian calendar, which is why collectors and catalogues commonly describe this issue using both dates.

This dual-date system is common in Islamic numismatics and is an important detail when correctly identifying Moroccan coins from this period.

Condition and Numismatic Character

This coin is in circulated condition and shows age-related surface wear and patina consistent with its age and previous use. The principal star designs, Arabic inscriptions and date remain visible, although some areas show softness and wear from circulation.

Please examine all photographs carefully before purchasing. The images form an important part of the condition description and show the exact coin that will be supplied.

No professional numerical grade is assigned to this coin. Any assessment of condition should therefore be made from the supplied photographs rather than relying on a formal grading designation.

A Collectible Moroccan Bronze Coin

This Morocco 5 Mazunas coin would be suitable for collectors of world coins, Moroccan coinage, Islamic coins or historic North African currency. Its combination of Arabic script, geometric star motifs and dual Hijri/Gregorian dating makes it an interesting and easily identifiable historic issue.

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Collecting Moroccan Coins from the Early 20th Century

Coins from Morocco during the early 1900s are popular with collectors because they combine distinctive Arabic calligraphy, traditional geometric designs and an important period of North African history. The Morocco 5 Mazunas 1912 issue is especially recognisable because of its bold star motifs and AH 1330 date.

As an original circulated coin, this example also carries the natural patina and surface character expected from a piece that is more than a century old. It offers an accessible way to add historic Moroccan coinage to a world coin collection without entering the much higher price range of scarce silver or gold issues.

The Morocco 5 Mazunas 1912 is a distinctive and affordable historic coin for collectors interested in Moroccan, Islamic and North African numismatics.