Æ Sescuncia (210 BC - 200 BC) front Æ Sescuncia (210 BC - 200 BC) back
Æ Sescuncia (210 BC - 200 BC) photo
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Æ Sescuncia 210 BC - 200 BC

 
Bronze 5.68 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Venusia (Apulia)
Period
Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
210 BC - 200 BC
Value
Sescuncia (⅛)
Currency
Nummus (circa 218-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.68 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#424420
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Star above crescent.

Comment

Burnett 4.6.

Interesting fact

The Æ Sescuncia coin from Venusia (Apulia) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water. This design was meant to symbolize the city's strong maritime tradition and its connection to the Adriatic Sea.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (210 BC - 200 BC)  - - - - - -

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