Morocco 5 Mazunas (AH 1320-1321)
Country of Origin: Morocco (Cherifian Empire)
Year of Issue: 1320-1321 AH (1902-1903 AD)
Denomination: 5 Mazunas
Composition: Bronze
Brief Description
A bronze coin from Morocco featuring a central star design on the reverse and a hexagram-like interlaced flower pattern on the obverse.
Historical Significance
Minted during the reign of Sultan Abd al-Aziz (1894-1908). These coins were part of a modernization of the Moroccan currency system amidst increasing European colonial pressure.
Estimated Value
$2-$10 in circulated condition, $15-$40 in high grade (XF/AU).
Care Instructions
Do not clean chemicaly or scrub. Store in a PVC-free flip or capsule to prevent further oxidation.
Mint Mark
None (Produced in Berlin, Birmingham, London, or Paris depending on date)
Mintage & Rarity
Common; total mintage for both years is approximately 11,000,000.
Weight & Diameter
5.0 grams, 24.5 mm
Edge
Plain
Apparent Grade
Fine to Very Fine; shows significant darkening (patina) and moderate wear on the high points of the design elements.
Obverse (Front)
Stylized interlaced geometric pattern resembling a six-petaled flower with Arabic inscription and the AH date 1320 or 1321 at the bottom.
Reverse (Back)
A large five-pointed star (Solomon's Seal) with the Arabic denomination '5 Mazunas' in the center circle.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition and the clarity of the AH date are the primary factors. High-grade specimens with original red luster are rare.
Similar Coins
Often confused with other Moroccan Mazuna denominations (1, 2, or 10 Mazunas) which share very similar geometric star designs but differ in size and weight.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check the weight and diameter carefully. Genuine coins have sharp, well-defined geometric lines despite surface wear.
Notable Varieties & Errors
There are subtle die varieties based on which European mint struck the coin, though they are generally not highly valued by casual collectors.
Created At: 2026-05-05T18:46:58.072897