© Tauler & Fau Subastas
© Tauler & Fau Subastas
As Pegasus with wreath 195 BC - 170 BC
| Bronze | 23 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Untikesken gens (Indigetes people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 195 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | 1 As |
| Currency | As (Roman pound system, 2nd century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#298644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pegasus facing right. Wreath above.
Script: Iberian (Levantine)
Lettering: untikesken
Comment
Legend in Northeastern Iberian scriptuntikesken
Interesting fact
The Pegasus with wreath design on the coin is a symbol of the Indigetes people, who were a tribe that lived in the region of modern-day Turkey during the time of the ancient Greeks. The Pegasus was considered a sacred animal by the Indigetes, and it was often depicted in their art and coinage. The wreath that surrounds the Pegasus on the coin is likely a representation of the laurel wreath, which was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Greek culture.
