Silver Unit "Cantian N" - Amminus
| Silver | 1.00 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Cantii tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Adminius (circa AD 15-40) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30-40 |
| Value | Silver Unit (1⁄50) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.00 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#215023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Facing chariot, head of charioteer between, beaded border.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
E C
S
Comment
Amminus issued a coinage stylistically distinct from other Kentish types and with strong affinities to those of Cunobelin. Indeed it has been suggested that he is the Adminius recorded by Suetonius, as a son of Cunobelin. It is also reported that Amminus was expelled from Britain by his father Cunobelin and in AD 39 or 40 surrendered to Caligula, who was then at Mainz.This 'Biga' type is not recorded in Spink or Van Arsdell.
ABC 459, Num. Circ. July 1993, p.188, no.12, Ashm. CCI 07.0015.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cantian N - Amminus coin is that it features a unique combination of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized horse, which was a common motif in Celtic art, while the reverse (back) side features a stylized Roman numeral "X" (10), indicating the coin's denomination. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of Celtic Britain during the Roman occupation.
