© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
1 Sextans With raised disc 280 BC - 240 BC
| Bronze | 27.92 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Iguvium (Umbria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 240 BC |
| Value | 1 Sextans = ⅙ As |
| Currency | As (circa 280-240 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 27.92 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two dots on raised disk surrounded by cornucopia.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The raised disc on the coin is actually a representation of the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, Ceres. This suggests that the coin may have been used as a form of currency in trade related to agriculture or fertility rituals.
