© Tauler & Fau Subastas
© Tauler & Fau Subastas
Unit 200 BC - 151 BC
| Bronze | 9.7 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ikalkusken (Olcades people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 151 BC |
| Value | 1 Unit |
| Currency | Denarius (first half of the 2nd century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.7 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#294433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Horseman galloping left, holding spear and round shield (caetra).
Script: Iberian (Celtiberian)
Translation: IKaLKuSKeN
Comment
Reverse inscription:
"IKaLKuSKeN" written from left to right in Southeastern (Meridional) Iberian script.
91 pieces known according to 2079, page 404.
Interesting fact
The Olcades people were a pre-Roman tribe that lived in the area that is now Andalusia, Spain. They were known for their advanced metalworking skills, and this coin is a testament to their expertise. The coin features a unique design, with a stylized image of a wild boar on one side and a series of concentric circles on the other. The use of bronze in the coin's construction was significant, as it was a valuable resource at the time and indicated the wealth and prosperity of the Olcades people. Despite being over 2,000 years old, this coin remains a fascinating piece of history and a reminder of the advanced civilizations that once flourished in the region.