Æ22 (200 BC - 100 BC) front Æ22 (200 BC - 100 BC) back
Æ22 (200 BC - 100 BC) photo
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Æ22 200 BC - 100 BC

 
Bronze 11 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Malaka (Punic Iberia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 100 BC
Currency
Unit (2nd century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
11 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#292441
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Radiate head of Sol facing.

Interesting fact

The coin features a unique blend of Punic and Iberian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a warrior wearing a helmet and carrying a shield, while the reverse (back) side features a representation of the goddess Tanit, who was worshipped by the ancient Carthaginians. This blending of cultures reflects the complex history of Malaka (Punic Iberia), which was a region in the Iberian Peninsula that was colonized and influenced by the Carthaginians.