© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm Entenschnabel Type 300 BC - 201 BC
| Silver | 11.09 g | 21 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 | 11.09 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#193885 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stylised rider on horseback to right; wheel above, fetter below.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (11.09g, 21mm, 10h, 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, #551;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 146. Sold for 700 GBP.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm (Entenschnabel Type) coin from Uncertain Eastern European Celts is that it features a unique design element known as the "entenschnabel" or "goose neck" motif, which is a stylized representation of a bird's head and neck. This design was used by the Celts to symbolize the goddess of fertility and prosperity, and it can be found on many coins from this region and time period.
