© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
¼ Stater "Irstead type" 30 BC - 10 AD
| Gold | 1.06 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Iceni tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30 BC - 10 AD |
| Value | ¼ Gold Stater |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.06 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#322975 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horse stepping right, open head, outline crescent and two rings above, pellet in ring below.
Interesting fact
The Iceni tribe's ¼ Stater "Irstead type" coin, made of gold and weighing 1.06g, is an interesting artifact from Celtic Britain. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized horse, which is a common motif in Celtic art, while the reverse side features a Roman-style bust of a king or emperor, indicating the influence of Roman culture on the Iceni tribe during that time period. This blending of styles reflects the complex cultural exchange that occurred between the Celts and Romans in ancient Britain.
