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Potin with three fishes 80 BC - 50 BC
| Potin | 3.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Lingones (Gallia Celtica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 50 BC |
| Composition | Potin |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#83481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Three S or seahorses rounding a ring, surrounded by a ring of dots and a bulge.
Interesting fact
The Potin coin with three fishes from Lingones (Gallia Celtica) is notable for its unique design, which features three stylized fish swimming in a circular pattern around the coin's central axis. This design has been interpreted as a representation of the three main rivers of the region: the Seine, the Marne, and the Oise. The use of fish as a motif may also have been intended to symbolize the importance of fishing and trade in the region's economy.
