Greek marble inscription of twelve juxtaposed tables. On the latter, there is an inscription serving as a dedication. The name of C. Hosidius Seuerus is mentioned in it. He was a citizen of Sala, a member of the equestrian order, who had shown himself to be an eccentric citizen by contributing with his own money to the construction of the temple.
Discoveries
In the course of archaeological excavations, several objects have been discovered in Chellah, testifying to the rich and complex history of the site.
Stone and bronze sculptures and statues have been unearthed, some of which depict deities or important figures. They are precious for the art and religion of the time.
Statue of Ptolemy (Museum of History and Civilizations of Rabat)
Head of Juba II (Museum of History and Civilizations of Rabat)
Handle or Pyxis (Museum of History and Civilizations of Rabat)
Inscriptions in stone, metal or ceramic, as well as engraved tablets, have been discovered. They provide information about languages, writing systems, and historical messages.
Latin Inscriptions
Kufic script on the main door
The construction of the ramparts of this blessed Ribat was ordered by our master Sultan, prince of the Muslims, Abu El Hassan […]. This construction was completed at the end of the year 739.” The year 739 AH corresponds to the year 1339 of the Gregorian calendar.
Ancient coins have been discovered at Chellah, offering clues to the monetary systems used in different eras. They are useful for dating archaeological layers.
These coins once again illustrate the different trade flows that circulated in the port of Sala during the Mauritanian period.
There are coins from Sala, Shemesh, Lixus, Tingis (Tangier), Jol-Caesarea in Mauretania (present-day Cherchell in Algeria), Carteia (an ancient city in Andalusia), Sexi (an ancient city located in the province of Murcia), Malaga and Cadiz, which show the importance of trade with the Iberian Peninsula.
Coin, Honorius, Solidus
Ceramics are one of the most common types of artifacts discovered in Chellah.
These items include pottery, jars, dishes, and tiles. They provide information on culinary habits, craft activities, and dating of different periods in the site’s history.
Green glazed ceramic well coping, with print decoration, XIV century.
Moldboard of a small common ceramic jar, in the shape of an animal's head.
Bottom of a small painted common ceramic jar with two handles, epigraphic العزة.
Marinid period.
Metal objects, such as jewelry, weapons, tools, and ornaments, were found in Chellah.
They reflect the manufacturing technology and level of sophistication of the company at different eras.
Chariot wall lamp in the form of a lion - 3rd century
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