© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Bronze with elephant CARINA 45 BC - 35 BC
| Bronze | 2.57 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Treveri (Gallia Belgica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 45 BC - 35 BC |
| Value | 1 Semis |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.57 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#424921 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apex, securis, sprinkler and simpulum.
Comment
Imitation of a Denarius of Caesar (see link below).
Interesting fact
The coin featuring Carina, an elephant, and the weight of 2.57g suggests that it was used for trade and commerce during the Gallic Empire. The elephant symbolized strength, wisdom, and good luck in ancient cultures, which could have made this coin a popular choice for merchants and traders. Additionally, the fact that it was made of bronze, a durable and widely available metal, made it a practical choice for everyday transactions.