Dirham - Isa b. Idriss II

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Comment

On the death of Idriss II, the eldest son Muhammad succeeded him. On the advice of his grandmother Kanza, he shared the kingdom with his older brothers, keeping Fez himself. His brother Isa was given Wazeqqur and its region with important silver mines. His numerous mints thanks to the production of these mines recognize the primacy of Fez (see Essay on Moroccan Coins by Yvon Méreaux - Casablanca 2014). The coin was from his collection and is shown on page 41 of the book.

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A la mort d'Idriss II, le fils ainé Muhammad lui succède. Sur les conseils de sa grand-mère Kanza, il partage le royaume avec ses frères les plus âgés, lui-même conservant Fès. Son frère Isa se voit attribuer Wazeqqur et sa région avec d'importantes mines d'argent. Ses frappes nombreuses grâce à la production de ces mines reconnaissent la primauté de Fès. (cf Essai sur les Monnaies Marocaines d'Yvon Méreaux - Casablanca 2014). La pièce était celle de sa collection et figure en page 41 du livre.

Interesting fact

The Dirham coin , which was issued during the reign of Isa b. Idriss II (840-848 CE) from the City of Wazzequr (Idrisid dynasty), features a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the name of the king in Arabic, while the reverse side features an image of a crowned figure holding a scepter, which is a common motif in pre-Islamic coinage. This blending of styles reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time and highlights the complex history of the region.