© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
1 Uncia Wheel / Wheel; four curved spokes 240 BC - 225 BC
| Bronze | 11.55 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Etruscan mint (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240 BC - 225 BC |
| Value | 1 Uncia = 1⁄12 As |
| Currency | As (circa 301-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.55 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Curved, four-spoked wheel.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - four curved spokes that radiate from the center of the coin, creating a wheel-like pattern. This design was a distinctive feature of Etruscan coins and was used to symbolize the four directions or the four elements (earth, air, fire, and water). The use of this design on the 1 Uncia coin highlights the Etruscan culture's emphasis on balance and harmony in their art and symbolism.
