Denier ARIVOS / SANTONO (60 BC - 50 BC) front Denier ARIVOS / SANTONO (60 BC - 50 BC) back
Denier ARIVOS / SANTONO (60 BC - 50 BC) photo
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Denier ARIVOS / SANTONO 60 BC - 50 BC

 
Silver 1.88 g 13.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Santoni (Gallia Celtica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
60 BC - 50 BC
Value
1 Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.88 g
Diameter
13.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#61410
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Bridled horse leaping right; below, a dotted beaded circle; legend in front and above; beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SANTONO

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Celtic goddess Arivos, while the reverse side features the name "Santono" in Latin, indicating the coin's origin from the Roman province of Gallia Celtica. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the region during this time period, when the Roman Empire was expanding its influence across Europe and interacting with local Celtic tribes.