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Æ Sescuncia Paestum 218 BC - 201 BC
| Bronze | 2.68 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Poseidonia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218 BC - 201 BC |
| Value | Sescuncia (⅛) |
| Currency | As (Second Punic War, 218-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#418220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hound leaping to right; above, pellet and Σ (value mark).
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠAIS
Comment
Crawford, Paestum, 5/4.
Interesting fact
The Æ Sescuncia coin from Poseidonia (Lucania) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water. This dolphin symbolism was commonly used in ancient Greek coinage to represent the goddess Amphitrite, who was associated with the sea and the protectress of sailors and ships. The use of this symbol on the coin may indicate the importance of maritime trade and commerce in the region during that time period.
