© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
As Small module 125 BC - 101 BC
| Bronze | 13.4 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kastilo (Oretani people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 101 BC |
| Value | 1 Unit |
| Currency | As (late 2nd century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.4 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#201218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Sphinx walking right. Star to the right.
Script: Iberian (Meridional)
Translation: KaSTiLO
Comment
Reverse inscription:"KaS'TiLO" written from right to left in Southeastern (Meridional) Iberian script.
140 pieces known according to 2143, page 415.
Interesting fact
The Oretani people were an ancient civilization that lived in the area that is now modern-day Spain, and their coinage reflects their unique cultural and artistic traditions. The Bronze coin , the As (Small module) from City of Kastilo, is a great example of this. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a distinctive design on the reverse side, which includes a stylized image of a wild boar, a symbol that was likely significant to the Oretani people. The boar is depicted in a curved pose, with its head facing towards the left side of the coin, and its body is rendered in intricate detail, with visible bristles and a prominent tusk. This design not only showcases the artistic skill of the Oretani people but also provides a glimpse into their cultural beliefs and values.
