Denarius (133 BC - 72 BC) front Denarius (133 BC - 72 BC) back
Denarius (133 BC - 72 BC) photo
© Jesús Vico S.A.

Denarius 133 BC - 72 BC

 
Silver 3.7 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Arsaos (Vascones people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
133 BC - 72 BC
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#313733
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horseman riding right, holding bipennis axe in raised right hand.

Script: Iberian (Levantine)

Lettering: ARSAOS

Comment

Reverse inscription:

"ARSAOS" written from left to right in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian script, with retrogade Latin "Я".

Interesting fact

The Denarius coin from Arsaos (Vascones people) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a horse and rider, which is not commonly found on coins from this region. This suggests that the coin may have been influenced by Greek or Roman artistic styles, highlighting the cultural exchange and diversity of the ancient world.