5 Asses (Wheel / Anchor) (240 BC - 225 BC) front 5 Asses (Wheel / Anchor) (240 BC - 225 BC) back
5 Asses (Wheel / Anchor) (240 BC - 225 BC) photo
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)

5 Asses Wheel / Anchor 240 BC - 225 BC

 
Bronze 694.20 g 116 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Etruscan mint (Etruria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
240 BC - 225 BC
Value
5 Asses = 1 Quincussis
Currency
As (circa 301-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
694.20 g
Diameter
116 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#178931
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Anchor with value to the right.

Lettering: V

Translation: 5

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols on its reverse side, including a wheel and an anchor, which may suggest a connection to trade and commerce, as well as the Etruscan's maritime and agricultural traditions.