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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm Svicca Type 100 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 10.00 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | West Noricum (Kingdom of Noricum) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.00 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#189614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horseman to right, brandishing spear in right hand, AR (ligate) in upper left field.
Lettering: SVICCA
Comment
Göbl, TKN pl. 15 H1, 15 [15/65];Examples of this type with variations:
• Example #1 (10.00g, 20mm, 4h, 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, #146;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 29 September 2019, Lot 70. Sold for 750 GBP.
◦ Auctioned by Auktionshaus H. D. Rauch GmbH, Auction 41, 6 June 1988, lot 11.
• Example #2 (9.80g, 23mm, 11h, Very Fine, toned):
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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, #145;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 28 March 2019, Lot 62. Sold for 800 GBP.
◦ Auctioned by Numismatik Lanz München, Auction 36, 21 April 1986, lot 5.
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 side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Celtic goddess Epona, while the reverse side features a rendition of the Greek goddess Athena. This fusion of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the Kingdom of Noricum, which was located in what is now modern-day Austria and was influenced by both Celtic and Greek cultures.
