© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
As 200 BC - 167 BC
| Bronze | 9.7 g | 27.0 mm |
| Issuer | Arsa (Punic Iberia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 167 BC |
| Value | 1 As |
| Currency | As |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.7 g |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#294157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Palm leaf pointing left. Inscription in Libyan-Phoenician script above and below.
Translation:
WR
S'
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Punic and Iberian design elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a warrior, likely a representation of the Carthaginian general Hannibal, who played a significant role in the Second Punic War. The reverse (back) side of the coin features a stylized image of a dolphin, which was a common motif in ancient Iberian art. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the region and the cultural exchange that occurred between the Punic and Iberian peoples during this time period.