目录
| 正面描述 | Celticised male head to right with long and wildly waving hair. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | |
| 正面铭文 | |
| 背面描述 | Cross with quarters containing Λ - I - sphere and torque; all within cup-shaped incuse |
| 背面文字 | |
| 背面铭文 | |
| 边缘 | |
| 铸币厂 | |
| 铸造量 |
ND (100 BC - 50 BC) - - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 7073672020 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: This Quinarius, the Kreuzquinare Schönaich I Type, was issued by the Vindelici, a Celtic tribe in Germania (modern southern Germany) from 100 BC to 50 BC. This late Iron Age period saw significant tribal interaction and expanding Roman influence. The Vindelici adopted Roman monetary forms, reflecting active trade and cultural exchange. These Kreuzquinare are crucial indicators of economic activity and tribal identity in pre-Roman Celtic Europe.
Artistry: The artistry is characteristic of Celtic numismatic traditions, a local interpretation distinct from classical realism. The anonymous engraver's style is unmistakably Celtic, abstract and highly stylized, diverging from Roman prototypes. The obverse typically features a