1 Sextans Wheel / Anchor 240 BC - 225 BC
| Bronze | 24.45 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Etruscan mint (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240 BC - 225 BC |
| Value | 1 Sextans = ⅙ As |
| Currency | As (circa 301-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.45 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Anchor with two dots below.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols, with the wheel on one side and the anchor on the other. This combination has been interpreted as representing the connection between the land and sea, reflecting the Etruscan civilization's strong maritime and agricultural traditions.
