1 Quadrans (Dots below; without caduceus) (301 BC - 201 BC) front 1 Quadrans (Dots below; without caduceus) (301 BC - 201 BC) back
1 Quadrans (Dots below; without caduceus) (301 BC - 201 BC) photo
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1 Quadrans Dots below; without caduceus 301 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 62.54 g 40 mm
Description
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
62.54 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186400
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sunburst with sixteen rays.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Quadrans coin was used in ancient Rome and was equivalent to one-fourth of a Roman denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The Quadrans was widely used for small transactions and was popular among common people, farmers, and soldiers. It's interesting to note that the coin was made of bronze, which was a common material for coins in ancient Rome, and it weighed 62.54 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin of its size.