© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
1 Sextans 264 BC - 225 BC
| Bronze | 49.01 g | - |
| Issuer | Firmum (Picenum) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 264 BC - 225 BC |
| Value | 1 Sextans = ⅙ As |
| Currency | As (circa 264-225 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 49.01 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double-headed axe (bipennis) with handle and with two dots above.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Sextans coin from Firmum (Picenum) was used as a form of currency in ancient Rome, specifically during the Roman Republic era. It was equivalent to one-sixth of a Roman pound, hence its name "Sextans" which means "sixth" in Latin.
