Aulerci Cenomani, 1/4 Stater, 2nd century BC
Electrum - EF(40-45)
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Quarter stater with androcephalic horse and wingless figure with two weapons. Delestrée 2158.
Stylised head in Armorican style, of Apollonian origin, to left, the hair formed by three rows of crescent-shaped locks pulled back, with a bun behind.
Winged androcephalic horse to the left. On the croup, a highly stylised charioteer holding the reins in one hand and a band in the other, which passes over the head of the horse and ends before its head in a square divided by a cross similar to a vexilium. Under the tail, a 4-spoked wheel. Below the androcephalic horse, a reclining figure to the left, wingless, holding a weapon in each hand: a curved dagger in one, a spear in the other.
Attractive and very rare example of a quarter stater, depicting an androcephalic horse and a wingless figure with two weapons. A subdivision of the stater series 293, this series 296 is attributed to the Aulerci Cenomani based on their identical types. Note that the strike is centered on the wingless figure, with the charioteer completely out of the flan.
1.68 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.
