1 Quadrans (Light type; grouped dots) (220 BC - 201 BC) front 1 Quadrans (Light type; grouped dots) (220 BC - 201 BC) back
1 Quadrans (Light type; grouped dots) (220 BC - 201 BC) photo
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1 Quadrans Light type; grouped dots 220 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 20.96 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Tuder (Umbria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
220 BC - 201 BC
Value
1 Quadrans = ¼ As
Currency
As (circa 280-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
20.96 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#182631
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Anchor with legend to the left and three dots to the right.

Lettering: TU

Translation: Tuder

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Quadrans coin from Tuder (Umbria) features a unique design element - grouped dots - which were used to help the visually impaired identify the coin's denomination. This feature was particularly useful in ancient times when many people were illiterate and relied on tactile markers to distinguish between different coins.