© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm Ringellocke Type 300 BC - 201 BC
| Silver | 13.70 g | 24 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 | 13.70 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#190865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rider on horseback to left; zigzag form behind rider's head, fetter below.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (13.70g, 24mm, 4h; Good Very Fine) - In main image
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #548;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 141. Sold for 2,800 GBP.
◦ Auctioned by Schweizerische Kreditanstalt, Auction 1, 22 April 1983, Lot 12.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Greek and Celtic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears a depiction of a Celtic deity, while the reverse side features the image of a Greek goddess, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred between the two civilizations during this time period.
