½ Stater with tattooed cheek and wolf (150 BC - 50 BC) front ½ Stater with tattooed cheek and wolf (150 BC - 50 BC) back
½ Stater with tattooed cheek and wolf (150 BC - 50 BC) photo
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½ Stater with tattooed cheek and wolf 150 BC - 50 BC

 
Gold 3.4 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Aulerci Eburovices (Gallia Armorica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
150 BC - 50 BC
Value
½ Stater
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#357740
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Celticized charioteer driving biga to right, holding reins with his right hand; below, wolf standing right; before the horse, star.

Interesting fact

The Aulerci Eburovices coin features a unique design of a tattooed cheek and wolf, which sets it apart from other coins of its time and region.