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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Hexadrachm 75 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 17.51 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Boii |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 75 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | Hexadrachm (6) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.51 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#192305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Celticised horse to left; wheel above.
Lettering: NONNOS
Comment
Göbl, Hexadrachmen pl. 6, XVI/1, 1; Paulsen pl. 35, 826-828;Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (17.51g, 27mm, 5h, Very Fine) - In main image:
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #87;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 42. Sold for 22,000 GBP.
Interesting fact
The Hexadrachm coin from Boii features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a stylized horse's head with a spiral mane and a bridle bit in its mouth. This design was a distinctive feature of Boii's coinage and sets it apart from other ancient coins.
