½ As (Club series) (230 BC - 220 BC) front ½ As (Club series) (230 BC - 220 BC) back
½ As (Club series) (230 BC - 220 BC) photo
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½ As Club series 230 BC - 220 BC

 
Bronze 64.32 g 47 mm
Description
Issuer
Volaterrae (Etruria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
230 BC - 220 BC
Value
½ As = 1 Semis
Currency
As (circa 230-220 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
64.32 g
Diameter
47 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#178163
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Club with value to the left and surrounded by legend.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
VELA - ΘRI
C

Translation:
Volaterrae
1/2

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a lion's head with its mouth open, surrounded by a wreath. This design is not commonly found on coins from this time period, making it a distinctive and interesting feature of this particular coin.