Obverse © @Adilson
Obverse © @Adilson
Æ14 - Aretas IV 9 BC - 40 AD
| Bronze | 2.2 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Nabataean Kingdom (Northern Arabia) |
|---|---|
| King | Aretas IV (9 BC - 40 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 9 BC - 40 AD |
| Currency | Shekel |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#371412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Two crossed cornucopiae, Nabataean letters (H and O) in centre.
Script: Nabataean
Lettering: HO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Aretas IV, who was a Nabataean king, on one side, and an image of a gazelle on the other side. This suggests that the Nabataeans placed great importance on their leaders and their relationship with the natural world. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin indicates that the Nabataeans had a strong economy and were able to produce coins in large quantities.
