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[OutBack Duo]

I found this coin in Caanes France in 1995. It is about the size of a dime and weighs 5.67 grams. It is flat on one side with what looks like a horse facing left (picture below). The opposite side is convex and is too worn to make out any detail. If anyone could tell me how old and what type of coin this is I would be very greatful. I have searched everywhere trying to find one that resembles it but have not had much luck. I believe it is a bronze coin, it is quite heavy for its size.

 

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[PBK]

Link for you:

http://www.wildwinds.com/coins/celtic/i.html

 

[OutBack Duo]

PBK, What do you think? Check out Gaul, Remi, Scheers 142 Uncertain gold plated quarter stater, usualy attributed to Remi, but seems to be Suessiones or other tribes because a lot of this type were find near Soissons, but it has been found in a lot of regions, from Paris to Namur... Scheers pp 644, 142, classe IV var. (inform obverse) ; BN 8030 (REMI) Text

Look at the picture (2nd link) and turn the picture on the right 90 degrees. I think this is my coin.

http://www.wildwinds.com/coins/celtic/gaul/remi/i.html

picture http://www.wildwinds.com/coins/celtic/gaul/remi/Scheers_142.jpg

 

[PBK]

Something like this? There do appear to be definite points of comparison. Why not try getting in touch with a specialist in Celtic coinage via the Wildwinds site? Also, you might post it on the "Celtic" board at Forvm Ancient Coins:

http://www.forumancientcoins.com/board/index.php?board=5.0

 

[Michelle]

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