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½ Unit - Cartivellaunos and Volisios
| Silver | 0.54 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Corieltauvi tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Cartivellaunos (circa AD 40-43) Volisios (circa AD 45) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 40-45 |
| Value | ½ Silver Unit (0.01) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.54 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#394535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stylised horse right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CARTIVEL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized horse, which was a common motif in Celtic art, while the reverse (back) side features a Roman-style bust of the ruler, Cartivellaunos, indicating the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this period in history.
