© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Stater "Icenian B" 15 BC - 20 AD
| Gold | 5.44 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Iceni tribe (Celtic Britain) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 15 BC - 20 AD |
| Value | Gold Stater (1) |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.44 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#119077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Celticized horse right with decorated face, solar ring above with trefoil of pellets within and beside, star below
Comment
Freckenham type. BMC 3384-89Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Icenian B Stater is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Roman influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized horse, which was a common motif in Celtic art, while the reverse (back) side features a Roman-style bust of the emperor Augustus, indicating the tribe's submission to Roman rule. This blending of styles reflects the complex cultural exchange that occurred during the period of Roman expansion into Celtic territories.
