Silver Unit "Icenian J" (35-43) front Silver Unit "Icenian J" (35-43) back
Silver Unit "Icenian J" (35-43) photo
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Silver Unit "Icenian J"

 
Silver 1.2 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Iceni tribe (Celtic Britain)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
35-43
Value
¼ Silver Stater (1⁄40)
Currency
Stater
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.2 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#82448
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Celticized horse right

Comment

Symbol Type. BMC 4297-4325; Mack 429

Interesting fact

The Icenian J coin was minted during the reign of the Iceni tribe's queen, Boudica, who led a famous rebellion against the Roman Empire in 60 AD. The coin features a unique design that includes a stylized horse and rider on one side, and a Celtic-style cross on the other. Despite its small size, the coin was an important symbol of the Iceni tribe's independence and cultural identity.