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

 
Bronze 5.92 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Venusia (Apulia)
Period
Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
210 BC - 200 BC
Value
Uncia (1⁄12)
Currency
Nummus (circa 218-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.92 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#424398
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lion seated left, breaking spear held in its jaw; ligate VE to left.

Comment

BMC Italy pg. 151, 14; SNG Copenhagen -; Laffaille, Choix de Monnaies Grecques en Bronze, pl. 5.

Interesting fact

The Æ Uncia coin from Venusia (Apulia) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water. This dolphin motif was a common symbol in ancient Apulian culture, representing the region's strong maritime traditions and connections to the sea.

Price

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

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