


© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
1 Uncia 301 BC - 201 BC
Bronze | 24.98 g | 28 mm |
Issuer | Uncertain city of Central Italy |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 301 BC - 201 BC |
Value | Uncia (1⁄12) |
Currency | As (circa 301-201 BC) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 24.98 g |
Diameter | 28 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Cast |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#186642 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pentagram with one dot at the centre.
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 the fact that it was equal to one-twelfth of a Roman pound. This coin was used widely throughout the empire and was an important part of everyday commerce.