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Denarius - Juba II and Ptolemy Caesarea
| Silver | 2.98 g | 18 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 | 2.98 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#379496 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diademed and draped bust of Ptolemy right.
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 design elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the Roman Emperor Juba II, while the reverse (back) side features Ptolemy, the ruler of Mauretania, along with a representation of the Roman goddess Roma. This blending of styles reflects the complex political and cultural relationships between Rome and Mauretania during this time period.
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.
