Drachm (Hrabusice Type) (300 BC - 1 BC) front Drachm (Hrabusice Type) (300 BC - 1 BC) back
Drachm (Hrabusice Type) (300 BC - 1 BC) photo
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.

Drachm Hrabusice Type 300 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 2.29 g 13.70 mm
Description
Issuer
​Cotini (Central European Gauls)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
300 BC - 1 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.29 g
Diameter
13.70 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#190581
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rider galloping left. Geometric patterns in the fields behind. Row of pellets and line below. Globule in exergue.

Comment

Northern Slovakia, Cotini - Puchov culture area. Hrabušice Type, similar to variants A and B, but circle below the line.
Kolníková 2004, 51, Fig. 2: Hr

Examples of this type:

Example #1 (13.70 mm, 2.29 g; About Extra Fine) - In main image
◦ Auctioned by Macho & Chlapovič, Auction 11, 14 November 2016, lot 19. Starting price 600 EUR.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm (Hrabusice Type) from Cotini (Central European Gauls) is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears a depiction of a stylized horse, which was a symbol of strength and power in Celtic culture, while the reverse side features a rendition of the Greek goddess Athena, reflecting the cultural exchange and influence of the Mediterranean world on the Celts of Central Europe during that time period.