Morocco Set of 2 Coins 5 & 10 Dirhams Mohammed VI 2016 Y#140–141 UNC
This Morocco 2016 set of 2 coins brings together the 5 and 10 Dirhams denominations featuring King Mohammed VI.
Both coins are bimetallic and offered in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, providing collectors with two consecutive higher denominations from Morocco’s modern circulation coinage.
Coins Included in the Set
| Denomination | Year | Catalogue | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Dirhams | 2016 | Y#140 | UNC |
| 10 Dirhams | 2016 | Y#141 | UNC |
Historical Background
The Moroccan Dirham (MAD) is the official currency of the Kingdom of Morocco and is divided into 100 Centimes.
Modern Moroccan coinage frequently combines traditional national symbols with a portrait of the reigning monarch.
These two coins were issued during the reign of Mohammed VI, who became King of Morocco in 1999, succeeding his father Hassan II.
King Mohammed VI
Both coins feature King Mohammed VI, providing a clear visual connection between the two denominations.
The monarch’s portrait is accompanied by Arabic inscriptions identifying him as:
Ù…Øمد السادس — Mohammed VI
The use of the King’s portrait continues a long tradition of depicting Morocco’s monarchs on the country’s circulating currency.
5 Dirhams 2016 – Y#140
The Morocco 5 Dirhams 2016 Y#140 is a bimetallic circulation coin featuring King Mohammed VI.
Main Details
- Country: Morocco
- Denomination: 5 Dirhams
- Year: 2016
- Catalogue Number: Y#140
- Condition: UNC
- Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
- Type: Standard circulation coin
- Composition: Bimetallic
- Ruler: Mohammed VI
10 Dirhams 2016 – Y#141
The Morocco 10 Dirhams 2016 Y#141 is the larger denomination in the pair and continues the same modern royal theme.
Main Details
- Country: Morocco
- Denomination: 10 Dirhams
- Year: 2016
- Catalogue Number: Y#141
- Condition: UNC
- Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
- Type: Standard circulation coin
- Composition: Bimetallic
- Ruler: Mohammed VI
Bimetallic Moroccan Coinage
One of the most attractive features of the set is that both denominations use a two-metal construction.
The contrasting centre and outer ring make the 5 and 10 Dirhams visually distinctive and help separate the higher-value denominations from Morocco’s smaller circulation coins.
In UNC condition, the contrast between the two metallic tones is especially well preserved.
Why Add This Coin Set to Your Collection?
The Morocco Set of 2 Coins 5 & 10 Dirhams Mohammed VI 2016 Y#140–141 UNC combines two consecutive catalogue types in a single purchase.
The set is particularly suitable for collections focused on Morocco, North African coins, monarchs on coins, bimetallic currency and modern world coinage.
It is also a natural complement to Moroccan banknotes featuring Mohammed VI already offered by banknote collectors.
