Tetradrachm (Nemet Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) front Tetradrachm (Nemet Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) back
Tetradrachm (Nemet Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm Nemet Type 200 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 9.37 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
West Noricum (Kingdom of Noricum)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 1 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.37 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#189600
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horseman to right, brandishing spear in right hand.

Lettering: NEMET

Comment

Göbl, TKN pl. 11 F, 29 (same dies) [10a/53];

Recorded Sales:
• Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 Sep 2019, lot 64. Sold for 600 GBP in good VF grade.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Celtic deity, possibly the goddess Epona, on the obverse (front side), highlighting the cultural and religious practices of the Celts in West Noricum during that time period.