© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Silver Unit "Corieltauvian O" DVMNOC TIGIR SENO
| Silver | 1.24 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Corieltauvi tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Dumnocoveros (circa AD 35-40) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 25-35 |
| Value | ½ Silver Unit (0.01) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 9 o'clock ↑← |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#388823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Celticized horse right, three pellets below horse's neck. Legend above and below horse.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TIGIR
SENO
Comment
Chris Rudd suggests DVMNOC TIGIR SENO might be Tigirseno, ‘Old Lord’, son or subordinate of Dumnocoveros or perhaps a joint magistrate.
Acccording to Van Arsdell, the coinage is linked to the preceding VEP CORF and the following VOLISIOS DVMNOCOVEROS. Some were found at Hallaton, so must have existed before the Claudian Invasion.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Corieltauvian O coin is that it features a unique combination of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin bears the image of a Celtic warrior, while the reverse (back) side features a Roman-style inscription, indicating the coin's denomination and issuing authority. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of Celtic Britain during the Roman occupation, and highlights the diverse cultural influences that shaped the region's currency.
