© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm Apollokopf-Helmschweifreiter Type 300 BC - 201 BC
| Silver | 12.12 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Eastern European Celts (Uncertain Central and Eastern European Celts) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 201 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.12 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#193876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stylised rider on horseback to left; wearing helmet with double crest; pellet below horse's tail.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (12.12g, 25mm, 11h, Near Very Fine) - in main image:
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #525;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 134. Sold for 340 GBP.$
◦ Auctioned by Kölner Münzkabinett, Auction 41, 7 April 1986, lot 30;
◦ Auctioned by Münzzentrum (Cologne), Auction 42, 10 November 1980, lot 46.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Celtic influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized head of Apollo, a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, while the reverse (back) side features a horseman, which is a common Celtic motif. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex cultural exchange and trade networks that existed in ancient Europe.
