© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
½ Unit - Ptolem Caesarea
| Bronze | 6.19 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Mauretania |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy (24-40) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 24-40 |
| Currency | Denarius (25BC-40AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.19 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion standing right; above, star.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ptolemy, the Roman Emperor, on one side, and an image of Caesarea, the capital city of Mauretania, on the other side. This coin was used as a form of currency in Mauretania during the Roman Empire and is now considered a valuable collector's item.