© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Stater "Cantian K" - Dubnovellaunus 30 BC - 10 BC
| Gold | 5.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Cantii tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| King | Dubnovellaunus (circa 40-1 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30 BC - 10 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#120461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Celticized horse right, bucranium above, serpent below, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVBNOVELLAVNOS
Comment
'Serpent' type. BMC 2492-96;Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cantian K coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Celtic warrior, while the reverse side features a Roman-style depiction of a horse and rider. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the Cantii tribe, who were a Celtic people living in what is now Kent, England, and their interactions with the Roman Empire.
