Gaul Gallia Belgica Bellovaci
Potin with rafters (Type Ib) (50 BC - 20 BC) front Potin with rafters (Type Ib) (50 BC - 20 BC) back
Potin with rafters (Type Ib) (50 BC - 20 BC) photo
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Potin with rafters (Type Ib) (50 BC - 20 BC) front Potin with rafters (Type Ib) (50 BC - 20 BC) back
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Potin with rafters Type Ib 50 BC - 20 BC

 
Potin 2.7 g 15.5 mm
Description
Issuer
 Bellovaci (Gallia Belgica)
Type
 Standard circulation coin
Years
 50 BC - 20 BC
Composition
 Potin
Weight
 2.7 g
Diameter
 15.5 mm
Shape
 Round (irregular)
Technique
 Cast
Orientation
 Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
 Yes
Updated
 2024-10-09
References
Numista
 N#137642
Rarity index
 91%

Reverse

Blank divided in 2: above S lying; below 3 rafters.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the rafters. The rafters are a series of parallel lines that run across the coin's surface, giving it a distinctive look. This design element was used to help prevent counterfeiting and to make the coin more easily identifiable.

See also

In the same collection

See Also

In the same collection
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Bronze 1.54 g 14.2 mm
Bronze with rooster and human head 50 BC - 30 BC front Bronze with rooster and human head 50 BC - 30 BC back Bronze with rooster and human head 50 BC - 30 BC  
Extremely rare standard circulation coin issued by Bellovaci, round shape, thickness measures 2.34 mm, demonetized.
Bronze 2.5 g 15.5 mm