Sequani 1st Century BC, AR Quinarius, Roma and Boar(b)

Description

Small silver coin from Roman Gaul Celtic region what is now modern France. Minted mid 1st century BC. by the Qunari, a Celtic Tribe absorbed into the Roman Empire about the same time.

Obverse beardless head facing left, hair arranged in beaded curls in two rows. Reverse Boar to the left; legend around.

Photo shows the area of Gaul they inhabited with their major city Vesontio. I have yet to discover what the lettering stands for. Approximately 12mm and 1.85 grams it’s value equaled the Roman denarius.

NGC XF #6606511-139

Celtic Gaul Sequani 1st Century BC, AR Quinarius, Roma & Boari