© Barberousse
© Barberousse
Quadrans - Syphax Western Numidia; pointing beard, horseman right 213 BC - 203 BC
| Bronze | 4.4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Numidia |
|---|---|
| King | Syphax (215 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 213 BC - 203 BC |
| Value | Quadrans (¼) |
| Currency | Western Numidia under the Masaesyli (cca. 300 BC-203 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#89060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Horseman galloping left; dot and Punic legend in cartouche below
Lettering: SphQ HMMLKT
Translation: Syphax King
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck in Siga
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quadrans - Syphax coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and imagery, including a pointing beard and a horseman on the reverse side, which sets it apart from other coins of its time and region.