Bronze VENEXTOC 60 BC - 50 BC
| Bronze | 2.89 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Paris area tribes (Gallia Belgica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 60 BC - 50 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.89 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#67300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Androcephalous horse galloping right, a bird perched on its croup; two pointed ringlets placed vertically between the horse's legs.
Comment
Under the term Parisian region are gathered all the coins, generally of bronze or pewter, which cannot be attributed to the Parisii, even if sometimes some of their copies have been found in Paris, in the Seine. These "peripheral" coins are often found locally or located in geographical areas of the current Paris region. Need we remember that the Parisii emancipated themselves late from Senone tutelage, even if this cliché is sometimes called into question today? These pagi coins must have had a limited circulation area and are often, even today, rare.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bronze VENEXTOC coin 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 depiction of a horse and rider. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the Paris area tribes, who were influenced by both Celtic and Roman cultures during this time period.
