Title:
Neptune’s Chariot - Timgad
Description:
The "Neptune’s Chariot” is a mosaic from the Roman period located in the ancient city of Timgad in Algeria. The mosaic depicts a chariot pulled by four sea horses, driven by a triton and surrounded by other sea creatures. It is believed to have been created in the 3rd century AD and is considered one of the most impressive mosaics found in Timgad, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Country:
Algeria
Denomination:
0.95 د.ج - Algerian dinar
Issue Date:
1968-11-23
Color:
Multicolor
Print Method:
Photogravure
Perforation:
Comb 13
Watermark:
No Watermark
Dimensions:
40 x 30 mm
Emission:
Commemorative
Series:
Mosaics from the Roman period
Catalog Numbers:
Mi:DZ 513,Sn:DZ 407,Yt:DZ 480,Sg:DZ 523
Date Added:
2025-10-29 04:21:34
Themes:
Animals (Fauna) | Horses | Mosaic
Date Added:
2025-10-29 04:21:34
