Celts, Sequani Denier TOGIRIX. Vers 80-50 av. J.-C. (No reserve price)
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Silver TOGIRIX denarius of the Sequani from the Besançon region, dated circa 80–50 BC, weighing 1.96 g and measuring 13 mm.
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Gaul – Sequani, Besançon region
TOGIRIX silver denarius
Circa 80–50 BC
A very interesting silver Gaulish denarius of the Sequani, a people established in the region of present-day Besançon.
It belongs to the famous coinage known as “TOGIRIX,” one of the most characteristic silver types of the Sequani in the late Gaulish period.
Characteristics
People: Sequani
Region: Besançon / Franche-Comté
Denomination: Denarius
Type: TOGIRIX
Date: circa 80–50 BC
Metal: Silver
Weight: 1.96 g
Diameter: 13 mm
Technique: Struck coin
Obverse
Stylized head facing left, with hair composed of strongly defined locks.
In front of the face is the legend associated with the TOCIRIX / TOGIRIX type, several letters of which remain visible on this example.
The portrait retains attractive relief, particularly in the hair, eye, nose, and facial profile.
Reverse
Bridled and harnessed horse galloping to the left.
Above the horse is the legend TOGIR..., still clearly legible in several letters.
A curved symbol is visible beneath or around the horse, in keeping with the various known variants of this series.
The horse is clearly defined, and much of the reverse iconography is preserved.
Numismatic references
La Tour 5550
Delestrée-Tache 3248
RIG 286
ABT 421
Sch/L. 495-509
Sch/SM. 178
Sch/D. 120
Z. 712
Condition
A fine example displaying:
a weight very consistent with the type;
a compact 13 mm flan;
good relief on both sides;
an old, silver-gray patina;
some normal signs of circulation and age.
The portrait remains highly recognizable, and the horse on the reverse is particularly clear.
The photographs form an integral part of the description.
The coin offered is exactly the one shown in the photographs.
Seller's Story
I am a private and passionate collector of numismatics, with a particular interest in ancient Greek coins, which form the heart of my personal collection.
I regularly acquire coins at auction houses only, either to complete my collection, or to conduct research and identify pieces that interest me.
Coins that do not fall within my collecting field are then put up for sale. This allows me to continue my research and dedicate the proceeds to enriching my collection of Greek coins.
I pay particular attention to coin identification, their historical context, and the references in major numismatic catalogs.
Translated by Google TranslateGaul – Sequani, Besançon region
TOGIRIX silver denarius
Circa 80–50 BC
A very interesting silver Gaulish denarius of the Sequani, a people established in the region of present-day Besançon.
It belongs to the famous coinage known as “TOGIRIX,” one of the most characteristic silver types of the Sequani in the late Gaulish period.
Characteristics
People: Sequani
Region: Besançon / Franche-Comté
Denomination: Denarius
Type: TOGIRIX
Date: circa 80–50 BC
Metal: Silver
Weight: 1.96 g
Diameter: 13 mm
Technique: Struck coin
Obverse
Stylized head facing left, with hair composed of strongly defined locks.
In front of the face is the legend associated with the TOCIRIX / TOGIRIX type, several letters of which remain visible on this example.
The portrait retains attractive relief, particularly in the hair, eye, nose, and facial profile.
Reverse
Bridled and harnessed horse galloping to the left.
Above the horse is the legend TOGIR..., still clearly legible in several letters.
A curved symbol is visible beneath or around the horse, in keeping with the various known variants of this series.
The horse is clearly defined, and much of the reverse iconography is preserved.
Numismatic references
La Tour 5550
Delestrée-Tache 3248
RIG 286
ABT 421
Sch/L. 495-509
Sch/SM. 178
Sch/D. 120
Z. 712
Condition
A fine example displaying:
a weight very consistent with the type;
a compact 13 mm flan;
good relief on both sides;
an old, silver-gray patina;
some normal signs of circulation and age.
The portrait remains highly recognizable, and the horse on the reverse is particularly clear.
The photographs form an integral part of the description.
The coin offered is exactly the one shown in the photographs.
Seller's Story
I am a private and passionate collector of numismatics, with a particular interest in ancient Greek coins, which form the heart of my personal collection.
I regularly acquire coins at auction houses only, either to complete my collection, or to conduct research and identify pieces that interest me.
Coins that do not fall within my collecting field are then put up for sale. This allows me to continue my research and dedicate the proceeds to enriching my collection of Greek coins.
I pay particular attention to coin identification, their historical context, and the references in major numismatic catalogs.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
Before 1400
Culture/region
Celts, Sequani
Year/period and variation
Denier TOGIRIX. Vers 80-50 av. J.-C.
Condition
Ungraded
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