© Byleth
© Byleth
½ Unit 80 BC - 40 BC
| Bronze | 4.7 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kastilo (Oretani people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | ½ Unit |
| Currency | As (early 1st century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.7 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 2.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#432602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
(fr) Taureau à droite, croissant au-dessus, dans l'inscription en exergue ibérique KASTILO, sans trait. Pourtour de perles.
Script: Iberian (Meridional)
Lettering: KASTILO
Interesting fact
The Oretani people were an ancient civilization that lived in the region of Kastilo, and their coinage reflects their unique cultural and artistic traditions. One interesting fact about the ½ Unit coin from Kastilo is that it features a distinctive symbol on one side, which is believed to represent the Oretani people's reverence for the sun god. This symbol, known as the "Oretani sun," is a stylized representation of the sun's rays and is found on many other artifacts and artworks from the Oretani culture. The use of this symbol on the coinage suggests that the Oretani people placed great importance on their religious beliefs and sought to express their devotion to the sun god through their currency.
