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Silver Unit Cotswold Cock type 50 BC - 20 BC
Silver | 0.99 g | 16 mm |
Issuer | Dobunni tribe (Celtic Britain) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 50 BC - 20 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (1⁄50) |
Currency | Stater |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.99 g |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#382712 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Triple-tailed annulate horse left, animal head and radiant sun above, cock's head below, wheel before.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a stylized cockerel or cock, which is where the coin gets its name, "Cotswold Cock." This design was a symbol of the Dobunni tribe and was used on several of their coins.