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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Denarius - Juba II and Ptolemy Caesarea
| Silver | 2.80 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Mauretania |
|---|---|
| King | Juba II (25 BC - 23 AD) Ptolemy (24-40) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 20-24 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius (25BC-40AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.80 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#194992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
REX (retrograde) • PTOLEMAEVS • REGIS • IVBÆ F •, diademed and draped bust of Ptolemy left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: XER • PTOLEMAEVS • REGIS • IVBÆ F •
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
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Mauritanian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Juba II, the king of Mauretania, while the reverse side features Ptolemy, a Roman emperor. This blending of cultures reflects the complex history of Mauretania, which was a client state of the Roman Empire at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (20-24) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Juba II and Ptolemy (Caesarea) (20-24) coin.
