Namnetes, Statère à la croix, 2nd-1st century BC
Electrum - VF(30-35)
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Celtized profile right in Apollonian type, with a prognathic chin, from which 4 beaded cords emerge, 2 from the forehead and 2 from the nape of the neck, connected to human heads. Before the profile, a large cross starting from the forehead and cutting the cords.
Androcephalic horse to the right, surmounted by a charioteer, holding the reins with his left hand and raising his right hand; below, a hippophoric figure, arms outstretched, head to right.
Specimen with a rarer type, with a prognathous chin, rarely seen for the staters with the hippophoric figure and the cross. Well centred, unfortunately weakly struck at the ends and not having impressed the designs, however the central designs are very well struck and well detailed.
6.92 gr
An “EF(40-45)” quality
As in numismatics it is important that the state of conservation of an item be carefully evaluated before it is offered to a discerning collector with a keen eye.
This initially obscure acronym comprising two words describing the state of conservation is explained clearly here:
Extremely Fine
This means – more prosaically – that the coin has circulated well from hand to hand and pocket to pocket but the impact on its wear remains limited: the coins retains much of its mint luster, sharp detailing and little sign of being circulated. Closer examination with the naked eye reveals minor scratches or nicks.
