© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Unit 150 BC - 101 BC
| Bronze | 10.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Karaues (Lusones 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 | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#316441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horserider advancing right, wearing helmet, holding spear.
Script: Iberian (Celtiberian)
Comment
Obverse inscription:"KaL'" written from left to right in northeastern (Levantine) Iberian script.
Reverse inscription:
"KaRAUES" 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 ancient Greek and indigenous Lusones designs, reflecting the cultural exchange and influence of the time. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized head of a Lusones warrior, while the reverse side features a traditional Greek symbol of a dolphin and an anchor. This fusion of designs not only highlights the cultural richness of the Lusones people but also underscores the significance of trade and cultural exchange in the ancient world.