© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
¼ Stater with hippophorus and flower 80 BC - 50 BC
| Gold | 1.75 g | 12.6 mm |
| Issuer | Namnetes (Gallia Armorica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 50 BC |
| Value | ¼ Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 12.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#329799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Androcephalic horse facing right, surmounted by charioteer with raised left hand; below, a hippophorus character facing forward, head turned to the right.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols, with the hippophorus (a mythical creature with the body of a horse and the head of a goat) on one side and a flower on the other. This suggests that the coin may have been used for special ceremonial purposes, such as offerings to the gods or as a symbol of alliance between different tribes. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold indicates that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin in its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (80 BC - 50 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Stater with hippophorus and flower (80 BC - 50 BC) coin.
