© Les monnaies antiques de l’Italie
© Les monnaies antiques de l’Italie
1 Quartuncia Horse facing right 273 BC - 250 BC
| Bronze | 6.51 g | 18 mm |
| 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 |
| 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.