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Quinarius with crosslet and rowel 80 BC - 50 BC
| Silver | 1.90 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Aedui (Gallia Celtica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 50 BC |
| Value | 1 Quinarius |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.90 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#57956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Bridled and strapped horse galloping left; above, a crosslet; under the horse, a rowel.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Celtic and Roman elements. The crosslet and rowel on the coin are typical Celtic motifs, while the use of silver and the standardized weight and size of the coin reflect Roman influence. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the Aedui, a Celtic tribe that lived in what is now modern-day France and had close ties with the Roman Republic during the 1st century BC.
