25 Centesimae (Incuse series: dolphin) (211 BC - 201 BC) front 25 Centesimae (Incuse series: dolphin) (211 BC - 201 BC) back
25 Centesimae (Incuse series: dolphin) (211 BC - 201 BC) photo
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25 Centesimae Incuse series: dolphin 211 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 11.93 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Populonia (Etruria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
211 BC - 201 BC
Value
25 Centesimae = ¼ As
Currency
As (circa 475-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
11.93 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#152097
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Incuse dolphin with a fish above and below, all facing left.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Only one example is known.

Interesting fact

The 25 Centesimae coin from Populonia (Etruria) features an incuse design of a dolphin, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Etruscan culture.