50 Centesimae Incuse series: hippocamp 211 BC - 201 BC
| Bronze | 21.12 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 201 BC |
| Value | 50 Centesimae = ½ As |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.12 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Incuse hippocamp facing right.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Centesimae coin from Populonia (Etruria) features an incuse design of a hippocamp, which is a mythical creature that is half horse, half fish. This design was used on coins during the Roman Republic and was meant to symbolize the connection between the Roman people and the sea. The use of an incuse design, where the image is sunken into the surface of the coin rather than raised, was a unique feature of ancient Etruscan and Roman coins and added an extra layer of detail and beauty to the coin.
