© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Quinarius with dolphin 52 BC - 20 BC
| Silver | 1.84 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Aedui (Gallia Celtica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 52 BC - 20 BC |
| Value | 1 Quinarius |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.84 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#351158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse prancing left, dolphin to right below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ORGETIRIX
Comment
Orgetirix was probably the chief druid of the Aedui and should not be confused with Helvetic King Orgetorix.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius coin with dolphin from Aedui (Gallia Celtica) is that it features a unique combination of Roman and Celtic elements. The coin's design, which includes a dolphin and a crescent moon, is inspired by the mythology of the Celtic tribe that minted it, while the coin's denomination and weight are in line with the Roman standard. This blending of cultures reflects the complex history of the region during the late Iron Age and early Roman period.