Stater (Class Vb/VI) (80 BC - 50 BC) front Stater (Class Vb/VI) (80 BC - 50 BC) back
Stater (Class Vb/VI) (80 BC - 50 BC) photo
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Stater Class Vb/VI 80 BC - 50 BC

 
Billon 6.51 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Coriosolites (Gallia Armorica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 50 BC
Value
1 Stater
Composition
Billon
Weight
6.51 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#11146
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Androcephalic horse bridled, galloping right; above, remnants of the charioteer's head and pointed staff; between the legs, a leaning lyre; in front of the horse, a cross.

Comment

The obverse is to be compared to class VI coins, but the lyre reverse corresponds to class Vb.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this 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 eagle, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the period of Roman expansion into Gaul.