Unit (125 BC - 76 BC) front Unit (125 BC - 76 BC) back
Unit (125 BC - 76 BC) photo
© Jesús Vico S.A.

Unit 125 BC - 76 BC

 
Bronze 9.6 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Otobesken gens (Sedetani people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
125 BC - 76 BC
Value
1 Unit
Currency
Unit (late 2nd and early 1st centuries BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.6 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#313428
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horse rider advancing right, holding spear.

Script: Iberian (Levantine)

Comment

Reverse inscription:

"OToBeS'KeN" written from left to right in non-dual northeastern (Levantine) Iberian script.

19 pieces known according to 1514, page 281.

Interesting fact

The Otobesken gens coin features a unique blend of ancient Sedetani and Roman influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Roman Republic period.