Tetradrachm (Kinnloser Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) front Tetradrachm (Kinnloser Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) back
Tetradrachm (Kinnloser Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) photo
© Roma Numismatics Limited

Tetradrachm Kinnloser Type 200 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 12.65 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Eastern European Celts (Uncertain Central and Eastern European Celts)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 1 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
12.65 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#195663
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stylised rider on horseback to right; fetter below.

Comment

Examples of this type:

Example #1 (12.65g, 26mm, 12h, Very Fine):

© Image courtesy of Roma Numismatics Limited
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #562;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, E-Sale 60, 1 August 2019, Lot 28. Sold for 130 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 obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized head of a Celtic deity, while the reverse (back) side features a traditional Greek motif of a nymph riding a dolphin. This fusion of artistic styles reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred between the Celts and Greeks during this time period.