1 Quartuncia (Horse facing right) (273 BC - 250 BC) front 1 Quartuncia (Horse facing right) (273 BC - 250 BC) back
1 Quartuncia (Horse facing right) (273 BC - 250 BC) photo
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1 Quartuncia Horse facing right 273 BC - 250 BC

 
Bronze 6.51 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Cosa (Etruria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
273 BC - 250 BC
Value
1 Quartuncia = ¼ Uncia
Currency
Uncia (circa 273-250 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.51 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#179514
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bridled horse's head facing right and surrounded by legend.

Lettering: CO - Z - A - NO

Translation: Cosa

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Quartuncia coin from Cosa (Etruria) features a horse facing right, which is a unique design element compared to other coins from the same time period.