© CGB
© CGB
Denier with large eye SOLIMA/COLIMA 60 BC - 40 BC
| Silver | 1.90 g | 12.5 mm |
| Issuer | Leuci (Gallia Belgica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 60 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.90 g |
| Diameter | 12.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#162029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Horse galloping left, a sort of fish right between the legs; legend above the horse; beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COLIMA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of both Celtic and Roman elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized head of Solima/Colima, a Celtic goddess, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a horse, which was a symbol of power and strength in both Celtic and Roman cultures. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the region and the interactions between the Celtic tribes and the Roman Empire.
