Silver Unit (Norfolk Boar Triadic type) (65 BC - 1 BC) front Silver Unit (Norfolk Boar Triadic type) (65 BC - 1 BC) back
Silver Unit (Norfolk Boar Triadic type) (65 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Silver Unit Norfolk Boar Triadic type 65 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 0.96 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Iceni tribe (Celtic Britain)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
65 BC - 1 BC
Value
¼ Silver Stater (1⁄40)
Currency
Stater
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.96 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#382736
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horse right; wheel above, pellets in exergue.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Norfolk Boar Triadic coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the Iceni tribe. The obverse of the coin depicts a boar, which was a sacred animal in Celtic culture, while the reverse features a triadic design consisting of three pelicans, which symbolize the three aspects of the Celtic goddess of sovereignty, fertility, and protection. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Celtic art and symbolism from ancient Britain.