Potin Unit 85 BC - 70 BC

Weight

1.4 g

Diameter

16.1 mm

Thickness

NA

Material

Potin

Shape

Round (irregular)

Edge Type

NA

Technique

Cast

Front design

NA

Back design

NA

Year of Minting

85 BC - 70 BC

Ruler

NA

Mint location

NA

Mint mark

NA

Orientation

Variable alignment ↺

Inscriptions

NA

Context

David Holman proposes a detailed classification in A New Classification System for the Flat Linear Potin Coinage . These coins correspond with his Group E, which derive from Holman Group D . Holman characterises Group E (Allen J2-4 and K) as having an improved standard of casting, and neater flans and designs. Striations are much less in evidence. The head almost always has a pellet within the eye ring. The bull is more angular, composed of curves and straight lines, usually with two crescents above. The tail is curved, as is one of the forelegs. Given the variability of the series, Holman suggests a degree of flexibility, where the features given are not taken to be exact. There are five subgroups in Group E, of which this is the first: Subgroup E1 (including Allen J3) is relatively common. The curved bull has a short tail which projects backwards at an angle. Striations are very rare. The coins are smaller, usually 15.5-17mm and 1.0-1.8g, with reverse orientation either 3h or 9h. Next in the chronological sequence is Holman E2 . The previous type is Holman D7 . Van Arsdell Classification: Cantian D, Optimization Period . His corresponding variety is: VA 125 - 01: Obverse outline head of Apollo right, with pellet in eye circle. Reverse bull made up of curved lines charging right.

Rarity

Ultra rare

Coin type

Standard circulation

In circulation

No

Demonetized

Yes

Marketplace listings

0