½ Unit (72 BC - 40 BC) front ½ Unit (72 BC - 40 BC) back
½ Unit (72 BC - 40 BC) photo
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½ Unit 72 BC - 40 BC

 
Bronze 5.3 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Balsa (Turdetani people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
72 BC - 40 BC
Value
½ Unit
Currency
As (1st century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.3 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#314484
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Fish facing left

Script: Latin

Lettering: BA

Comment

One piece known according to 2512, page 496.

Interesting fact

The Turdetani people, who lived in the area now known as Spain, were known for their advanced engineering and agricultural practices. The bronze used to make this coin was likely produced using their advanced metallurgical techniques, which were considered cutting-edge for their time.