© CGB
© CGB
Potin with Y 50 BC - 40 BC
| Potin | 4 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Paris area tribes (Gallia Belgica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 40 BC |
| Composition | Potin |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#176575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Animal (horse?) passing left, turning head right.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that the "Y" mintmark on the coin stands for the Latin word "yes," which was used to indicate that the coin was made of pure potin, a type of bronze alloy that was commonly used for currency during that time period.