1 Sextans (Without raised disc) (280 BC - 240 BC) front 1 Sextans (Without raised disc) (280 BC - 240 BC) back
1 Sextans (Without raised disc) (280 BC - 240 BC) photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Sextans Without raised disc 280 BC - 240 BC

 
Bronze 25.60 g 32 mm
Description
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
25.60 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#182381
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two dots surrounded by cornucopia.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Sextans coin from Iguvium (Umbria) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a stylized horse's head with a spiral mane. This design is believed to have been inspired by the ancient Italic people's reverence for horses and their association with strength, speed, and fertility. The coin's design may have also been influenced by the ancient Greek tradition of depicting horses on coins, which was a common motif in ancient Greek numismatics.