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 9.0 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Roturkon (Pellendones people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 76 BC
Value
1 Unit
Currency
Unit (early 1st century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.0 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#316446
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Horserider advancing right, holding spear.

Script: Iberian (Celtiberian)

Comment

Reverse inscription:

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

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the period of Roman expansion into Celtic territories.