Denier with rider ROVV / CN.VOL (80 BC - 70 BC) front Denier with rider ROVV / CN.VOL (80 BC - 70 BC) back
Denier with rider ROVV / CN.VOL (80 BC - 70 BC) photo
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Denier with rider ROVV / CN.VOL 80 BC - 70 BC

 
Silver 2.05 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain tribes Rhone Valley (Gallia Narbonensis)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 70 BC
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.05 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#57958
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horseman galloping right, cloak floating over shoulder, holding spear in right hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CN.VOL

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Roman and Celtic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features the Roman goddess Roma, while the reverse side features a Celtic warrior on horseback, indicating the blending of cultures that occurred during the Roman Republic's expansion into Gaul.