© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Æ20 250 BC - 225 BC
| Bronze | 7.75 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Larinum (Frentani) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250 BC - 225 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.75 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse facing right with star above and Latin legend below.
Lettering: LA - DINEI
Translation: Larinum
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Larinum (Frentani) Æ20 coin from 250 BC - 225 BC is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a city-state in ancient Italy during the Roman Republic. It features a unique design, with the head of a woman on one side and a horse on the other, which symbolizes the city's agricultural and economic prosperity.
