© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Bronze Unit "Cantian L" - Dubnovellaunus 30 BC - 10 BC
| Bronze | 2.05 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Cantii tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Dubnovellaunus (circa 40-1 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30 BC - 10 BC |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.05 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#167850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing figure of eagle.
Comment
BMC 2509-10Likely to be the same Dubnovellaunus recorded on coins in Essex (see Trinovantes / Catuvellauni).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cantian L coin is that it features a unique combination of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side bears the image of a Celtic warrior, while the reverse (back) side features a Roman-style portrait of Dubnovellaunus, a local Celtic king who ruled over the Cantii tribe during the 1st century BC. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex political and cultural landscape of Celtic Britain during this time period, when the Roman Empire was expanding its influence across the region.
