Stater with winged character (80 BC - 50 BC) front Stater with winged character (80 BC - 50 BC) back
Stater with winged character (80 BC - 50 BC) photo
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Stater with winged character 80 BC - 50 BC

 
Gold 7.19 g 20.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Osismii (Gallia Armorica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 50 BC
Value
1 Stater
Composition
Gold
Weight
7.19 g
Diameter
20.4 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#7543
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horse galloping to the left, between its legs a small winged and crouching figure.

Comment

Coin DT 2206 (= Sch/D. 231) is the closest to this issue, but in pale gold closer to electrum.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a winged character, which is a rare design element for coins from this region and time period. The winged character is believed to represent a Celtic deity or mythological figure, and its inclusion on the coin may have been meant to symbolize the importance of religion and mythology in Celtic culture.