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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Denarius - Juba II and Cleopatra Selene Caesarea
| Silver | 3.26 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Mauretania |
|---|---|
| King | Juba II (25 BC - 23 AD) |
| Queen | Cleopatra Selene II (25 BC - 5 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 11-23 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius (25BC-40AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.26 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#379568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Headdress of Isis and sistrum.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
B-ACI•ΛI
[KΛ]ЄΟΠΑΤΡA
Translation: Queen Cleopatra
Comment
The Banasa Hoard, deposited in circa AD 18-17 was found in 1907 near modern day Souk-el Arbaa, 120 km northeast of Rabat, Morocco, in 1907. The hoard was previously said to be from Alkazar (El Ksar El Kebir), 70 km south of Tangier and hence is occasionally referred to as the El Ksar Hoard. The group contained approximately 4000 silver coins and one bronze. A substantial number of the coins now reside in public collections, principally in London, Paris, Berlin, Athens, New York and Algiers.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Juba II and Cleopatra Selene (Caesarea) (11-23) from Mauretania is notable for its unique design. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Juba II, while the reverse side features a portrait of Cleopatra Selene, making it a rare example of a coin that features two rulers together. This design choice was likely made to highlight the political alliance between the two rulers and their shared power.
