Unit (80 BC - 72 BC) front Unit (80 BC - 72 BC) back
Unit (80 BC - 72 BC) photo
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Unit 80 BC - 72 BC

 
Bronze 17.04 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Kelse (Sedetani people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 72 BC
Value
1 Unit
Currency
Unit (late 2nd and early 1st centuries BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
17.04 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#335020
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Horseman galloping right, holding palm

Script: Iberian (Levantine)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of both ancient Greek and indigenous Sedetani design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a representation of a local Sedetani deity, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during this time period.