


© CGB
Stater with eagle ABVDOS 60 BC - 50 BC
Electrum | 6.87 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | Bituriges Cubi (Gallia Celtica) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 60 BC - 50 BC |
Value | 1 Stater |
Composition | Electrum |
Weight | 6.87 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#329960 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horse leaping left, an eagle with outstretched wings above the croup and three rings placed in a triangle between the legs; legend between fore and hind legs.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ABVDOS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle on one side and an image of the Gallic goddess Epona on the other, highlighting the blending of Roman and Celtic cultures during the period of Roman expansion into Gaul.