Bronze with lion COIIAT (60 BC - 40 BC) front Bronze with lion COIIAT (60 BC - 40 BC) back
Bronze with lion COIIAT (60 BC - 40 BC) photo
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Bronze with lion COIIAT 60 BC - 40 BC

 
Bronze 1.80 g 13.80 mm
Description
Issuer
Carnutes (Gallia Armorica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
60 BC - 40 BC
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.80 g
Diameter
13.80 mm
Thickness
2.10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#195553
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lion passing on the right with a bird on the back, exergue line, legend below, beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COIIAT

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a lion on one side, which was a symbol of strength and power in ancient times. The lion was also associated with the Roman goddess of the hunt, Diana, and was often depicted on coins from this region during this period.