© CGB
© CGB
Gold Stater with facing head 200 BC - 100 BC
| Gold | 7.45 g | 20.4 mm |
| Issuer | Carnutes (Gallia Armorica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.45 g |
| Diameter | 20.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#232558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bige to the right on an exergue line, led by a charioteer; the chariot wheel under the horses' tails and a severed head facing between their legs.
Comment
Imitation of Philip II coinage (see example in link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Stater with facing head from Carnutes (Gallia Armorica) is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side depicts a facing head, which is a characteristic feature of Celtic coinage, while the reverse (back) side bears a stag, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred between the Celts and the Greeks during the period in which the coin was minted (200 BC - 100 BC).
