


© Bertolami Fine Arts
1 Sextans 301 BC - 201 BC
Bronze | 44.10 g | 29 mm |
Issuer | Uncertain city of Central Italy |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 301 BC - 201 BC |
Value | Sextans (⅙) |
Currency | As (circa 301-201 BC) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 44.10 g |
Diameter | 29 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Cast |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#186547 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Knucklebone.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Sextans coin was used in ancient Rome as a form of currency, and its name comes from the Latin word for "six," because it was worth six asses, or small copper coins.