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© Roma Numismatics Limited
5 Units Head of Turms; without legend 301 BC - 250 BC
| Bronze | 2.76 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Peithesa (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 250 BC |
| Value | 5 Units |
| Currency | Æ Unit (circa 301-250 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.76 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl facing right.
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is typically listed as being from an uncertain Etruscan mint; however, the inclusion of the name Peithesa on similarly designed coins indicates this may be from the same location. And while the exact denomination is unknown, the value is more-than-likely 5 Units, based on other coins with very similar desgins and weights.Sambon says these pieces were struck circa 268 BC; however, auction houses and other sources tend to give a broader range.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the head of Turms, which is a mythological creature that was believed to have the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. This coin is one of the earliest known depictions of this creature, and it highlights the artistic and cultural exchange that took place between ancient civilizations.