½ As (Sickle series) (301 BC - 201 BC) front ½ As (Sickle series) (301 BC - 201 BC) back
½ As (Sickle series) (301 BC - 201 BC) photo
© Bertolami Fine Arts

½ As Sickle series 301 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 131.00 g 43 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain city of Central Italy
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
301 BC - 201 BC
Value
Semis (½)
Currency
As (circa 301-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
131.00 g
Diameter
43 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185831
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Letter.

Lettering: V

Translation: 1/2

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a sickle-shaped notch on the reverse side, which gives the coin its name. This design was used to indicate the coin's value and to distinguish it from other coins in circulation.