Potin with bald head (100 BC - 50 BC) front Potin with bald head (100 BC - 50 BC) back
Potin with bald head (100 BC - 50 BC) photo
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Potin with bald head 100 BC - 50 BC

 
Potin 3.59 g 18.30 mm
Description
Issuer
Leuci (Gallia Belgica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 50 BC
Composition
Potin
Weight
3.59 g
Diameter
18.30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#48168
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

Boar-sign facing left, tail curled; three semi-circles placed two and one on the highlight line.

Interesting fact

The Potin coin with a bald head from Leuci (Gallia Belgica) is interesting because it features a unique design element - a stylized depiction of a human head with a balding crown, which was a rare feature in ancient coinage. This design choice may have been made to symbolize the coin's value or to honor a specific individual or deity. Additionally, the use of Potin, a tin-like metal, in the coin's production was a common practice in ancient Gaul, and the coin's weight of 3.59g is consistent with other coins of similar composition and era.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (100 BC - 50 BC)  - - - - - -

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