Bronze Unit "Curly Lion" 50 BC - 20 BC
| Bronze | 2.45 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Cantii tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 20 BC |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.45 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#332077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion left, pentagram below.
Comment
Chris Rudd suggests this is an issue of Touto, a minor Cantian ruler under, with or after Eppillus. If so, it could be dated later around 10-15 AD.Interesting fact
The "Curly Lion" coin from the Cantii tribe in Celtic Britain features a unique design element - a lion with curly hair - which sets it apart from other coins of the time.
