Lot 3006
Celtic Coinage. Britain. The Catuvellauni and Trinovantes. Tasciovanus, c. 25-10 BC. Gold Stater (5.43 g) minted 15-10 BC. Two-line inscription on tablet set on vertical wreath. Reverse: Celtic warrior galloping left, wearing chain mail, brandishing sword and holding shield; pellet- in-ring below horse, annulet to left. Van Arsdell 1780-5; Hobbs 1629-36. Beautiful original surfaces. Superb Extremely Fine.
Tasciovanus and Cunobeline were part of the powerful dynasty whose able rulers brought great prosperity to southern Britain.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000.
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