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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm Sattelkopfpferd Type 300 BC - 100 BC
| Silver | 7.35 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Dacians of Muntenia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.35 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#194293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Heavily stylised rider on horseback to left.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (7.35g, 22mm, 6h, 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, #649;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 164. Sold for 110 GBP.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm (Sattelkopfpferd Type) coin from the Dacians of Muntenia is that it features a unique horsehead design on the obverse (front side), which is believed to have been inspired by the Scythian artistic tradition. This design element is a distinct characteristic of Dacian coinage and sets it apart from other ancient coins.
