Silver Unit East Wiltshire - Potterne Moon Head 50 BC - 20 BC
| Silver | 1 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain tribe Brittonic (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 20 BC |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#328971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Feather-tailed horse left, large wheel below, pellets and annulets in field.
Comment
It is thought these were struck around the Vale of Pewsey, Wiltshire, by a tribe who were later subsumed by the Dobunni.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Silver Unit (East Wiltshire - Potterne Moon Head) (50 BC - 20 BC) from Uncertain tribe Brittonic (Celtic Britain) made of Silver weighing 1 g is that it features a unique moon-shaped design on one side, which is believed to represent the goddess of the moon and fertility in Celtic mythology. This design is rare among coins of that time and region, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.