1 Uncia (301 BC - 201 BC) front 1 Uncia (301 BC - 201 BC) back
1 Uncia (301 BC - 201 BC) photo
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)

1 Uncia 301 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 21.30 g -
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
21.30 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186649
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crescent 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 widely used in trade and commerce throughout the empire, and its design and weight were strictly regulated by the Roman government to ensure consistency and authenticity.