Katalog
| Emittent | Numidia |
|---|---|
| Jahr | 203 BC - 118 BC |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | As (1/25) |
| Währung | Unified Numidia (203 BC-118 BC) |
| Material | Bronze |
| Gewicht | 14.5 g |
| Durchmesser | 25.6 mm |
| Dicke | 4 mm |
| Form | Round (irregular) |
| Prägetechnik | Hammered |
| Ausrichtung | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Stempelschneider | |
| Im Umlauf bis | |
| Referenz(en) | GCV#6597, CNNM#45-50, MAA#18, SNG Copenhagen#505-510 |
| Aversbeschreibung | Laureate, bearded head left |
|---|---|
| Aversschrift | |
| Averslegende | |
| Reversbeschreibung | Prancing horse left, pellet below |
| Reversschrift | |
| Reverslegende | |
| Rand | Smooth |
| Prägestätte | |
| Auflage |
ND (203 BC - 118 BC) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 7393153080 |
| Zusätzliche Informationen |
Historical Context: This bronze As, issued by Numidia (203-118 BC), spans the reigns of Kings Massinissa and his son Micipsa. Massinissa, a crucial Roman ally post-Second Punic War, unified Numidia into a regional power (203-148 BC). Micipsa (148-118 BC) continued his father's policies. This coinage reflects Numidia's burgeoning independence and economic stability, serving as a vital medium for commerce and a symbol of royal authority during intense geopolitical change.
Artistry: The engraver remains anonymous. Stylistically, the coin exhibits strong Hellenistic influences, common in client kingdoms, while retaining indigenous Punic elements. The obverse typically features a regal,