Unit (100 BC - 51 BC) front Unit (100 BC - 51 BC) back
Unit (100 BC - 51 BC) photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

Unit 100 BC - 51 BC

 
Bronze 10.5 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Iltirkesken gens (Laietani people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 51 BC
Value
1 Unit
Currency
Unit (first half of the 1st century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.5 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#307582
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horseman facing right, holding palm. "ILTiR'KeSKeN" in northeastern Iberian script below.

Script: Iberian (Levantine)

Comment

Reverse inscription:

"ILTiR'KeSKeN" written from left to right in non-dual northeastern Iberian script.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient symbols and imagery, showcasing the cultural exchange and influence of the Laietani people in the region. The coin's design includes a stylized depiction of a wild boar, which was a revered animal in Laietani culture, as well as a series of geometric patterns and symbols that reflect the people's connection to the natural world. This coin serves as a window into the rich cultural heritage of the Laietani people and the broader ancient world.