© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Stater "Icenian A" Norfolk Wolf Left 50 BC - 35 BC
| Gold | 5.4 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Iceni tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 35 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (1) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#351649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wolf standing left with bristly back, crescent and large pellet above, large pellet and four-pellet diamond below.
Interesting fact
The Icenian A Stater, minted by the Iceni tribe in Celtic Britain during the 1st century BC, features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. Instead of depicting a traditional Celtic deity or symbol, the coin bears an image of a wolf on the obverse (front side), with the wolf's head facing left. This design element is not commonly found in Celtic coinage, making the Icenian A Stater a standout piece among its contemporaries.
