© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
Potin with Devil head Class II 80 BC - 50 BC
| Potin | 3.58 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Turoni (Gallia Armorica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 50 BC |
| Composition | Potin |
| Weight | 3.58 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#235581 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Bull charging left.
Comment
Even if the studies carried out on the gossip of the Turons leave much to be desired, the authors of the New Atlas have taken up only two copies; that of class I, typical with its small hairy head and the crosslet on the reverse, and that of class II to which all the other potins of the Turones are assimilated.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of a devil or demon on one side, which is a unique and rare design element for ancient coins. The inclusion of such a symbol suggests that the coin may have been used for specific purposes or rituals, or that it was intended to convey a particular message or belief. The use of the devil image also highlights the cultural and religious influences that were present in the region where the coin was minted.
