Civilization: Nabataean Kingdom
Ruler: Rabbel II
Mint: Petra
Year: 70 - 106 AD
Composition: Bronze
Denomination: Uncertain
Diameter: 18.0mm
Weight: 3.16g
Reference:

Obverse
Jugate, laureate busts of Rabbel and Queen Gamilat, draped, right.

Reverse
Two cornucopia, crossed; between them, Aramaic legend = 'Rabbel, Gamilath' in two lines

Rabbel II Soter was the last king of the Nabataean Kingdom, reigning from 70 to 106 CE. His rule is known for its relatively peaceful nature, marked by stability and continued economic prosperity through trade. Rabbel II focused on maintaining Nabatea's wealth by fostering trade relations and securing the kingdom’s role in controlling regional trade routes, which brought valuable goods such as spices, incense, and textiles through Petra. 

During his reign, Petra continued to thrive architecturally, with additional tombs, monuments, and public works reflecting Nabatea’s prosperity and cultural achievements. However, Rabbel II's rule was ultimately overshadowed by Rome’s growing interest in the region. In 106 CE, the Roman Emperor Trajan annexed Nabatea, absorbing it into the Roman Empire as the province of Arabia Petraea. Rabbel II’s death around this time facilitated the annexation, marking the end of Nabataean independence and the start of Roman rule in the region.