© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Stater "Corieltauvian A" 55 BC
55 BC year| Gold | 6.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain tribe Brittonic (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 55 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (1) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#126729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pellet below Celticized horse to right above pellet-and-box pattern
Comment
Early Uninscribed Coinage (c.120-c.50 BC)North East Coast type; BMC182-191; Mack#50-51a
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Corieltauvian A coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side depicts a stylized horse, which was a common motif in Celtic art, while the reverse (back) side features a stylized Roman imperial eagle, indicating the coin's connection to the Roman Empire. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Celts and Romans during this time period.
