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1 Didrachm Without legend 375 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 11.48 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Vulci (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | 1 Didrachm = 2 Drachms |
| Currency | Drachm (circa 375-350 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.48 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Metus running left.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Five examples are known, with only one being in a private collection.Coins with the inscription ΘEZI (Thezi) and ΘEZLE (Thezle) have been attributed to Vulci based on where all the coins were found. The exact meaning of Thezi/Thezle is unknown, but some theories suggest it is either the name of a family that struck them or the name of a temple they were struck in.
Interesting fact
The Didrachm coin from Vulci (Etruria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Italy, specifically in the region of Etruria, which is now modern-day Tuscany. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and a dolphin on the other, which symbolized the power and influence of the Etruscan civilization. The coin was made of silver and weighed 11.48 grams, making it a valuable and significant form of currency in its time.
