© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
1 Quadrans 301 BC - 201 BC
| Bronze | 75.86 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain city of Central Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 201 BC |
| Value | Quadrans (¼) |
| Currency | As (circa 301-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 75.86 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#186391 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dolphin's head facing left surrounded by three dots.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin was used in ancient Rome as a form of payment for everyday goods and services. It was equivalent to one-fourth of a Roman denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The Quadrans coin was made of bronze and had a distinctive design that featured the image of a bust of a Roman goddess on one side and an eagle on the other. Despite its small value, the Quadrans coin played an important role in the Roman economy and was widely used by ordinary people in their daily transactions.
