© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Semis bull with wreath 195 BC - 170 BC
| Bronze | 12 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Untikesken gens (Indigetes people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 195 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | 1 Semis (½) |
| Currency | As (Roman pound system, 2nd century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#339389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bull facing right. Wreath above. Legend below, above line.
Script: Iberian (Levantine)
Lettering: untikesken
Comment
Legend in Northeastern Iberian scriptuntikesken
e=, likely face value
Interesting fact
The Semis coin featuring a bull with a wreath, minted by the Untikesken gens (Indigetes people) during 195 BC - 170 BC, is an interesting artifact from ancient times. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of bronze, a metal alloy that was widely used in the ancient world for currency, tools, and weapons. The use of bronze in coinage during this period speaks to the advanced metallurgical skills of ancient civilizations and their ability to create durable, long-lasting currency. Additionally, the design of the bull with a wreath on the coin may have symbolized strength, fertility, and prosperity, which were important values in ancient cultures.
