Denarius - Juba II and Cleopatra Selene (Caesarea) (11-23) front Denarius - Juba II and Cleopatra Selene (Caesarea) (11-23) back
Denarius - Juba II and Cleopatra Selene (Caesarea) (11-23) photo
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Denarius - Juba II and Cleopatra Selene Caesarea

 
Silver 2.62 g 19 mm
Description
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
2.62 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#386014
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crocodile to left. Legend below.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
KΛЄOΠATPA
BACIΛICCA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of Cleopatra Selene, who was the daughter of Mark Antony and Cleopatra VII, the last pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. She was born in 40 BCE and ruled Mauretania alongside her husband Juba II, who was the king of the region. The coin was minted during their reign, which lasted from 11 BCE to 23 CE. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history of the region and the reign of Cleopatra Selene and Juba II.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (11-23)  - - - - - -

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