1 Sextans (225 BC - 213 BC) front 1 Sextans (225 BC - 213 BC) back
1 Sextans (225 BC - 213 BC) photo
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1 Sextans 225 BC - 213 BC

 
Bronze 26.35 g -
Description
Issuer
Umbrian uncertain city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
225 BC - 213 BC
Value
1 Sextans = ⅙ As
Currency
As (circa 225-213 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
26.35 g
Size
31 mm
Shape
Oval
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#182283
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Two dots.

Edge

Plain

Comment

This type measures around 20x31 millimetres.

These coins were originally attributed to being from Umbria; however, some sources suggest these are actually from Volsinii, Etruria, since that city is near the centre of the majority of the spot-finds if any outliers are ignored.

Interesting fact

The Umbrian uncertain city that minted this coin, the Sextans, is believed to have been an ancient city located in what is now modern-day Italy, possibly in the region of Umbria or Tuscany. Despite its uncertain origins, the coin still holds significant historical value and offers a glimpse into the monetary systems and trade practices of ancient civilizations.