© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Uncia Club series 230 BC - 220 BC
| Bronze | 14.21 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Volaterrae (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 230 BC - 220 BC |
| Value | 1 Uncia = 1⁄12 As |
| Currency | As (circa 230-220 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.21 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178169 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Club with one dot to the left and surrounded by legend.
Script: Greek
Lettering: VELA - ΘRI
Translation: Volaterrae
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Club series of coins, which includes the 1 Uncia coin from Volaterrae, was a standardized currency introduced by the Etruscans to facilitate trade across their cities and territories. The Club series coins feature a standardized design, with the front side depicting a club symbol and the back side featuring a unique design for each city or territory. The use of standardized coins like the Club series helped to streamline trade and commerce across the Etruscan civilization.
