© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
¼ Stater "Atrebatic J" - Verica
| Gold | 1.37 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Atrebates and Regini tribes (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Verica (circa AD 15-42) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 20-25 |
| Value | ¼ Stater |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.37 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#120172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Celticized horse right with star above and legend below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REX
Comment
BMC 1223-36;The exact details of Verica's succession and relationship to predecessors Eppillus and Tincommius are not fully understood. However, by c.10 AD it seems likely that Verica was the sole ruler of the southern region. His close contact with Rome, both political and economic, seen in the increasing use of classical designs on his coins, culminated in his flight to Rome in c.42 AD to seek assistance from Claudius.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Atrebatic J quarter stater is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a stylized depiction of a horse, which was a symbol of power and strength in Celtic culture, while the reverse (back) side bears the image of a Roman-style eagle, indicating the influence of Roman rule over the region. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the Atrebates and Regini tribes, who were part of the Celtic diaspora in Britain during the Roman Empire.
