目录
| 正面描述 | Helmeted head facing left, legend in front of face; beaded circle. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Latin |
| 正面铭文 | ARIVOS |
| 背面描述 | Bridled horse leaping right; below, a dotted beaded circle; legend in front and above; beaded circle. |
| 背面文字 | Latin |
| 背面铭文 | SANTONO |
| 边缘 | |
| 铸币厂 | |
| 铸造量 |
ND (60 BC - 50 BC) - - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 3029815220 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: This Denier, bearing ARIVOS and SANTONO, was issued by the Santones, a Gallic tribe in modern Saintonge, France, 60-50 BC. This period marks Caesar's conquest of Gaul, making the coin a crucial artifact of tribal autonomy amidst Roman expansion. ARIVOS likely signifies a local chieftain, while SANTONO identifies the issuing tribe. The silver coinage demonstrates Santonian economic sophistication and need for currency during a pivotal era of self-governance.
Artistry: The Santonian Denier showcases the distinctive Celtic artistic tradition, known for its stylized and abstract interpretation of forms. Gallic engravers typically featured a highly stylized head on the obverse and a horse or