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© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
½ Silver Unit "Corieltauvian J" - Auntcost 5 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 0.42 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Corieltauvi tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Auntcost (circa AD 15-40) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 5 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | ½ Silver Unit (0.01) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.42 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#119076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Disjointed horse left, AVN and pellet above, [COST below]
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVN
COST
Comment
BMC 3267-68Interesting fact
The Corieltauvian J coin features a unique design, with an image of Auntcost, a prominent figure in the Corieltauvi tribe, on one side, and a stylized horse on the other. The horse was an important symbol in Celtic culture, representing strength, courage, and fertility.
