Boar Stater (Geometric Style) (200 BC - 50 BC) front Boar Stater (Geometric Style) (200 BC - 50 BC) back
Boar Stater (Geometric Style) (200 BC - 50 BC) photo
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Boar Stater Geometric Style 200 BC - 50 BC

 
Billon 5.4 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bodiocasses (Gallia Armorica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 50 BC
Value
1 Stater
Composition
Billon
Weight
5.4 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#329930
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Androcephalous horse galloping right; a boar to the right, between the horse's legs; remains of the charioteer above the back; vexillum in front of the head.

Interesting fact

The Boar Stater coin from Bodiocasses (Gallia Armorica) features a unique design element - a boar's head on the obverse (front side), which was a symbol of strength and bravery in Celtic culture.