¼ Stater (Class III) (80 BC - 50 BC) front ¼ Stater (Class III) (80 BC - 50 BC) back
¼ Stater (Class III) (80 BC - 50 BC) photo
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¼ Stater Class III 80 BC - 50 BC

 
Billon 1.60 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Coriosolites (Gallia Armorica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 50 BC
Value
¼ Stater
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.60 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#8078
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Androcephalic horse facing right, surmounted by simulacrum of charioteer; under the horse, a boar or a kind of volute.

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.