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Tetradrachm Baumreiter Type, Verwilderten Group 300 BC - 201 BC
| Silver | 13.50 g | 23 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 | 13.50 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#190529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rider on horseback to left, wearing helmet with large crest terminating in annulet; annulet below horse.
Comment
Verwilderten Group.cf. Göbl, OTA pl. 12, 129/5 for obv.
Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (13.50g, 23mm, 12h; Very Fine)
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #424;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 116. Sold for 320 GBP.
• Example #2 (13.94g, 21mm, 1h; Very Fine, toned)
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #423;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, lot 115. Sold for 260 GBP.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Celtic and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a depiction of a Celtic warrior, while the reverse (back) side features the image of a Greek goddess, likely Artemis or Athena. This fusion of cultural styles reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the period of Celtic expansion into Eastern Europe.
