© Artemide Aste
© Artemide Aste
1 Quadrans 280 BC - 260 BC
| Bronze | 73.60 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Tarquinii (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 260 BC |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As |
| Currency | As (circa 280-260 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 73.60 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179290 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dolphin swimming right with three dots above.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin from Tarquinii (Etruria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Rome and was equivalent to one-fourth of a Roman denarius. It was made of bronze and weighed 73.60 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its value, the Quadrans was not widely used and was eventually replaced by the denarius as the standard currency in Rome. Today, the Quadrans is a rare and valuable collector's item, with some coins selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
