© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Sextans Value series 230 BC - 220 BC
| Bronze | 22.11 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Volaterrae (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 230 BC - 220 BC |
| Value | 1 Sextans = ⅙ As |
| Currency | As (circa 230-220 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.11 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two dots surrounded by legend.
Script: Greek
Lettering: VELA - ΘRI
Translation: Volaterrae
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Sextans coin from Volaterrae (Etruria) has a unique design feature - it depicts a stylized image of a dolphin on its reverse side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Etruscan culture.
