Æ20 (263 BC - 240 BC) front Æ20 (263 BC - 240 BC) back
Æ20 (263 BC - 240 BC) photo
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Æ20 263 BC - 240 BC

 
Bronze 7.03 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Aesernia (Samnium)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
263 BC - 240 BC
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.03 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185509
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Jupiter riding horse-drawn carriage with winged Victory crowning the horses, all facing right with legend below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AISERNINO

Translation: Aesernia

Interesting fact

The Aesernia (Samnium) Æ20 coin from 263 BC - 240 BC features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a horseman riding a horse to the left, with a small shield and a spear. This design is known as the "horseman type" and was a common motif on coins from the Samnite region during this time period.