© CGB
© CGB
Denier with eagle in the shape of an amphora 60 BC - 50 BC
| Silver | 1.34 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Caleti (Gallia Belgica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 60 BC - 50 BC |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#329983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse left, with balled mane; a star in front of the head and a large globule between the legs.
Comment
This type is still poorly known because of its rarity. Listed in the Supplement to the Nouvel Atlas, the authors specify that “several examples of this crude type, clumsily crafted, come from the close surroundings of Étretat (Seine-Maritime)”.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle in the shape of an amphora, which is a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The amphora-shaped eagle is a symbol of the region's rich wine production and trade, and it highlights the importance of viticulture in the economy and culture of Caleti (Gallia Belgica) during that period.
