Unit (100 BC - 76 BC) front Unit (100 BC - 76 BC) back
Unit (100 BC - 76 BC) photo
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Unit 100 BC - 76 BC

 
Bronze 8.1 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Okalakom (Pellendones people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 76 BC
Value
1 Unit
Currency
Unit (early 1st century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
8.1 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#316448
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horserider advancing right, holding spear.

Script: Iberian (Celtiberian)

Comment

Reverse inscription:

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

Interesting fact

The coin from Okalakom (Pellendones people) made of Bronze weighing 8.1 g has an interesting fact that it was used as a medium of exchange during the 100 BC - 76 BC time period, which was a significant period of trade and commerce in the region.