© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
30 Centesimae Incuse series: ray 211 BC - 201 BC
| Bronze | 12.13 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 201 BC |
| Value | 30 Centesimae = 3⁄10 As (0.30) |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.13 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179231 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Incuse ray.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Original reports of this type say the reverse is an incuse donkey's head; however, on clearer examples, it appears to be some sort of ray.Interesting fact
The 30 Centesimae coin from Populonia (Etruria) features an incuse design, which means that the image on the coin is sunken into the surface rather than being raised. This design was used to prevent counterfeiting and to make the coin more difficult to copy.
