© British Museum
© British Museum
Aes Signatum Anonymous 280 BC - 250 BC
| Bronze | 1746.00 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 250 BC |
| Value | As (1) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1746.00 g |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#383446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sow, left.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aes Signatum coin is that it was one of the first coins to feature a standardized design, with the image of a Roman god or goddess on one side and a mythological scene on the other. This standardization made it easier for merchants and traders to recognize and accept the coin as legitimate currency, helping to facilitate trade and commerce across the Roman Republic.
