1 As (Sunburst with eight rays) (280 BC - 260 BC) front 1 As (Sunburst with eight rays) (280 BC - 260 BC) back
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1 As Sunburst with eight rays 280 BC - 260 BC

 
Bronze 262.00 g -
Description
Issuer
Tarquinii (Etruria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
280 BC - 260 BC
Value
1 As
Currency
As (circa 280-260 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
262.00 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#179847
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sunburst with eight rays.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a sunburst design with eight rays, which was a common motif in Etruscan art and symbolized the sun god, Sol.