© Jesús Vico S.A.
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Sextans boar 170 BC - 150 BC
| Bronze | 1.5 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Untikesken gens (Indigetes people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | 1 Sextans (⅙) |
| Currency | As (Roman pound system, 2nd century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#340040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Boar
Script: Iberian (Levantine)
Lettering: seste
Comment
Legend in Northeastern Iberian scriptuntikesken
seste
Interesting fact
The Sextans coin featuring a boar, minted by the Untikesken gens (Indigetes people) in 170 BC - 150 BC, is interesting because it showcases the advanced metalworking skills of ancient civilizations. The use of bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, demonstrates the ability to combine metals and create durable materials for currency and other purposes. Additionally, the detailed depiction of the boar on the coin highlights the artistic skills of the time and the importance of animal symbols in ancient cultures.
