© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Silver Unit "Atrebatic L" - Epaticcus
| Silver | 1.27 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Catuvellauni tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Epaticcus (circa AD 35) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 35-43 |
| Value | Silver Stater (1⁄50) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.27 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#215032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Boar right, tree behind.
Lettering: EPAT
Translation: Epaticcus ('leader of horsemen’).
Comment
Epaticcus was a Catuvellauni prince (son of Tasciovanus). He ruled some Atrebatic territory (modern Hampshire, West Sussex and Berkshire) when the Catuvellauni expanded their empire around 25 A.D., most likely with permission from his brother, Cunobelin.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Atrebatic L coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a stylized portrait of Epaticcus, the ruler of the Catuvellauni tribe, while the reverse (back) side bears a depiction of a Roman-style eagle, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this period in history.
