© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Unit 150 BC - 101 BC
| Bronze | 10.3 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Uirouia (Berones people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150 BC - 101 BC |
| Value | 1 Unit |
| Currency | Unit (second half of the 2nd century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#314077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horseman riding right, holding spear.
Script: Iberian (Celtiberian)
Comment
Obverse inscription:"U" in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian script.
Reverse inscription:
"UIR'OU" / "IA" written from left to right in two lines in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian script.
20 pieces known according to 1918, page 374.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient Berones art and writing. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a wild boar, which was a symbol of strength and fertility in Berones culture. The reverse side features an inscription in the Berones alphabet, which is a rare example of a pre-Roman writing system still in use during that time period. This coin offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and traditions of the Berones people and serves as a valuable artifact for historians and collectors alike.