Unit (100 BC - 76 BC) front Unit (100 BC - 76 BC) back
Unit (100 BC - 76 BC) photo
© Jesús Vico S.A.

Unit 100 BC - 76 BC

 
Bronze 7.9 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Teitiakos gens (Arevaci people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 76 BC
Value
1 Unit
Currency
Unit (early 1st century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.9 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#316412
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Rider advancing right, holding spear.

Script: Iberian (Celtiberian)

Comment

Obverse inscription:

"TeUTa" written from left to right in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian script.

Obverse inscription:

"TeITiAKoS'" written from left to right in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian script.

Interesting fact

The Teitiakos gens coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a stylized horse and rider, which is believed to represent the cultural exchange and influence of the nearby Celtic tribes.