© CGB
© CGB
Bronze ROVECA class III - variant Vb 60 BC - 40 BC
| Bronze | 4.27 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Meldi (Gallia Belgica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 60 BC - 40 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.27 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lion leaping to right, tail curled above back, ringlet accosted by four small dots below; legend below, beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROVECA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Celtic and Roman elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized horse, which is a common motif in Celtic art, while the reverse (back) side features the Roman goddess Victory, indicating the influence of Roman culture on the Celtic tribes in the region. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the period, during which the Roman Republic was expanding its territories and interacting with various tribes and cultures across Europe.
