© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Æ17 235 BC - 200 BC
| Bronze | 3.68 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Gadir (Punic Iberia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235 BC - 200 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.68 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#333127 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two tunny fish right.
Script: Phoenician
Lettering:
𐤌𐤐𐤏𐤋
𐤀𐤂𐤃𐤓
Translation: of the citizens of Gades
Interesting fact
The Æ17 coin from Gadir (Punic Iberia) features a unique blend of Phoenician and indigenous Iberian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a horse, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Punic culture, while the reverse (back) side features a pattern of circles and curves that resemble the designs found on Iberian pottery and other artifacts from the time period. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred between the Phoenicians and the indigenous peoples of Iberia during the Punic period.