Drachm with winged rider (80 BC - 60 BC) front Drachm with winged rider (80 BC - 60 BC) back
Drachm with winged rider (80 BC - 60 BC) photo
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Drachm with winged rider 80 BC - 60 BC

 
Silver 2.7 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Pictones (Gallia Celtica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 60 BC
Value
1 Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#221121
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Winged horseman galloping right; under the horse, a flower adorned with a globule.

Interesting fact

The winged rider on the Drachm coin from Pictones (Gallia Celtica) is believed to represent the Celtic goddess Epona, who was revered across much of the ancient Celtic world as a protector of horses and riders.