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Bronze CAMBIL 100 BC - 50 BC
| Bronze | 3.04 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Bituriges Cubi (Gallia Celtica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 50 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.04 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#152503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lion running right, throwing head back; under the belly, inscription divided in two by the right foreleg.
Lettering: CAM BIL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bronze CAMBIL coin from Bituriges Cubi (Gallia Celtica) is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Celtic warrior, while the reverse side features a Roman-style eagle, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the period of Roman expansion into Celtic territories.
