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

 
Bronze 5.58 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Venusia (Apulia)
Period
Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
210 BC - 200 BC
Value
Sextans (⅙)
Currency
Nummus (circa 218-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.58 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#424422
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Owl standing left on branch, ligate VE to right.

Comment

Burnett 4.5.

Interesting fact

The Æ Sextans coin from Venusia (Apulia) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water. This dolphin symbolism was commonly used in ancient Apulian coins, representing the region's strong maritime culture and trade connections with other Mediterranean cities.

Price

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

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