© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Denarius 125 BC - 101 BC
| Silver | 3.7 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Baskunes gens (Vascones people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 101 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius (late 2nd century BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#313744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Horseman riding right, holding sword in raised right hand.
Script: Iberian (Celtiberian)
Comment
Obverse inscription:"BeNKoTa" written from left to right in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian non-dual script.
Reverse inscription:
"BaS'KuNES" written from left to right in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian non-dual script.
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin from the Baskunes gens (Vascones people) is interesting because it features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts a stork standing on a rock, surrounded by a wreath. This design is believed to represent the Vascones people's connection to the natural world and their reverence for the stork, which was considered a sacred animal in their culture.