Silver Unit "Trinovantian O" - Tasciovanus 15 BC - 10 BC
| Silver | 1.4 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Catuvellauni tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Tasciovanus (circa 20 BC - AD 9) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 15 BC - 10 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (1⁄50) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#213231 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Boar right, star below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TAS
Translation: Tasciovanus
Comment
BMC 1661-62, Kretz type D1Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Trinovantian O coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a stylized horse and rider, which is unlike any other Celtic coinage of the time. This suggests that the Catuvellauni tribe may have had a strong cultural or religious connection to horses and horseback riding.