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First generation coins are straight imitations of the Philippus. They are never going to get confused with the original, but the Celts stayed as faithful as they could, even copying the legend and mint marks. They used the same design on all their gold denominations. Staters from this phase generally weigh over 8.1g.
The Prototype Coin
Double Stater
The Helvetii (17.6g)
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Stater
The Arverni (8.33g)
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The Bituriges Vivisques (8.45g)
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The Helvetii (8.26g)
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Half Stater
The Ambiani (4.07g)
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Quarter Stater
The Helvetii (2.04g)
Photo Copyright SINCONA AG, Zurich, Auction 25, Lot 2001
Further Reading
- D. F. Allen, The Philippus in Switzerland and the Rhineland, SNR 53 (1974)
- “Gaulish and Early British Gold Coinage” by Dr. John Sills
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