Potin with character seated in front (60 BC - 40 BC) front Potin with character seated in front (60 BC - 40 BC) back
Potin with character seated in front (60 BC - 40 BC) photo
© Monnaies d'Antan

Potin with character seated in front 60 BC - 40 BC

 
Potin 4.73 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Remi (Gallia Belgica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
60 BC - 40 BC
Composition
Potin
Weight
4.73 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#190823
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Boar to the right, with a star between the legs; a sort of fibula above the back; peripheral bead.

Comment

Three variants are known on the reverse above the snout of the boar: a star, a crescent or no symbol.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a character seated in front - which sets it apart from other coins of the same era and region. This design element suggests that the coin may have been used for a specific purpose or to commemorate a particular event, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.