Denarius - Juba II Caesarea
| Silver | 3.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Mauretania |
|---|---|
| King | Juba II (25 BC - 23 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-42 (16-17) |
| Calendar | Mauretania - Juba II era |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius (25BC-40AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Capricorn right with cornucopia on left shoulder, rudder and globe between paws; below, regnal year.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RXXXXI
Unabridged legend: 41st [regnal year]
Comment
Spoerri-Butcher Group 37.
This type was minted in honor of the Emperor August, who also used the Capricorn on his coinage.
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 bears the image of Juba II, the king of Mauretania, while the reverse (back) side features a traditional Roman design of a goddess standing on a ship's prow, surrounded by dolphins. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Roman Empire and the kingdom of Mauretania during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 (16 AD) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 42 (17 AD) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Juba II (Caesarea) 41-42 (16-17) coin.
