¼ Silver Stater (60 BC - 50 BC) front ¼ Silver Stater (60 BC - 50 BC) back
¼ Silver Stater (60 BC - 50 BC) photo

¼ Silver Stater 60 BC - 50 BC

 
Silver 1.20 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Abrincatui (Gallia Armorica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
60 BC - 50 BC
Value
¼ Silver Stater (½)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.20 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#5854
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horse facing right, driven by degenerate charioteer; in front of the chest, a crosslet; between the legs, a lyre flanked by two pointed stars.

Comment

According to Delestrée and Tache, this coin is a derivative from the Curiosolitae coinage.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Celtic warrior, while the reverse side features a Roman-style eagle, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the period of Roman expansion into Gaul.