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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm Atta Type 200 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 9.46 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | West Noricum (Kingdom of Noricum) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.46 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#189607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horseman to right, brandishing spear in right hand.
Lettering: ATTA
Comment
Göbl, TKN pl. 13 G, 1 [11/57Z];Examples of this type with variations:
• Example #1 (9.68g, 21mm, 6h, Good Very Fine):
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #139;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 54. Sold for 900 GBP.
• Example #2 (9.46g, 23mm, 3h, Very Fine):
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #138;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, Lot 60. Sold for 500 GBP.
◦ Auctioned by Auktionhaus Numismatica (Vienna), Auction 4, 22 April 1974, lot 6.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Celtic goddess Epona, while the reverse side features a rendition of the Greek goddess Athena. This fusion of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the Kingdom of Noricum, which was located at the crossroads of Celtic and Greek civilizations.
