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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm Sattelkopfpferd Type 300 BC - 101 BC
| Silver | 8.69 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Eastern European Celts (Uncertain Central and Eastern European Celts) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 101 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.69 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#190891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Heavily stylised rider on horseback to left.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (8.69g, 23mm, 10h; Very Fine)
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #612;
◦ Exhibited by the Staatlichen Münzsammlung München at the 1997 International Numismatic Congress in Berlin; at the Berliner Bank also in 1997; also exhibited at the Luitpoldblock Palmengarten, Munich in 2003 (exhibition #105[reverse]).
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 155. Sold for 130 GBP.
• Example #2 (8.58g, 23mm, 7h; Very Fine)
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #614;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 156. Sold for 80 GBP.
• Example #3 (8.36g, 23mm, 10h; Near Very Fine)
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #620;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 157. Unsold.
• Example #4 (8.55g, 23mm, 10h, Very Fine)
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #615;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 160. Sold for 160 GBP.
• Example #5 (9.12g, 24mm, 10h, Very Fine):
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◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #616;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, E-Sale 60, 1 August 2019, Lot 29. Sold for 80 GBP;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique horsehead design on the obverse (front side), which is believed to have been inspired by the nomadic Scythian culture that was prevalent in Eastern Europe during that time period. The horsehead symbolized strength, power, and mobility, which were all important qualities for the nomadic tribes of the region. The coin's design also includes other elements, such as a crescent moon and a wheel, which may have had religious or cultural significance for the Celts. Overall, this coin provides a fascinating glimpse into the art, culture, and beliefs of ancient Eastern European societies.
