1 Uncia (301 BC - 201 BC) front 1 Uncia (301 BC - 201 BC) back
1 Uncia (301 BC - 201 BC) photo
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1 Uncia 301 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 24.15 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain city of Central Italy
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
301 BC - 201 BC
Value
Uncia (1⁄12)
Currency
As (circa 301-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
24.15 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186638
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pedum (shepherd's crook) facing left with dot in front.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Uncia coin was used in the ancient Roman Empire, and its name "Uncia" actually means "one-twelfth" in Latin, referring to its value being one-twelfth of a Roman pound.