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Stater
| Issuer | Cotini |
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| Year | 200 BC - 1 BC |
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| Value | 1 Stater (20) |
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| Obverse description | Plain convex field displaying a prominent central dome-shaped bulge, characteristic of the so-called 'rainbow cup' (Regenbogenschüsselchen) type produced by Celtic tribes of Central Europe. The surface is entirely uninscribed and devoid of figural or symbolic motifs, presenting a smooth to lightly textured convex relief. The flan is irregularly rounded with a slightly faceted rim, consistent with the hammered production technique employed by the Cotini. The absence of any legend or iconographic device reflects the highly abstract monetary tradition of this Celtic group. |
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| Reverse description | Deep, broad concave incuse occupying the entire reverse field, forming a pronounced bowl-shaped depression that is the natural counterpart to the obverse convex bulge. The interior surface is plain and undecorated, with a rough, granular texture resulting from the hammering process. The rim follows the irregular polygonal outline of the flan, with no inscription, symbol, or punched mark present. This characteristic concave reverse is typical of Celtic rainbow cup staters and served as the functional result of the domed obverse die striking. |
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| Mintage | ND (200 BC - 1 BC) |
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