Denarius (Hungarian Group) (50 BC - 1 BC) front Denarius (Hungarian Group) (50 BC - 1 BC) back
Denarius (Hungarian Group) (50 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Denarius Hungarian Group 50 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 3.69 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
​Uncertain Central European Celts (Uncertain Central and Eastern European Celts)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
50 BC - 1 BC
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.69 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#194949
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Desultor over biga to left.

Comment

Examples of this type:

Example #1 (3.69g, 17mm, 7h, Good Very Fine) - in main image:
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #1017;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 265. Sold for 400 GBP.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman design elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized head of a Celtic deity, while the reverse (back) side features a traditional Roman design of a horseman riding a horse. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Celts and Romans during this time period.