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As 193 BC - 150 BC
Bronze | 7.28 g | 25 mm |
Issuer | Vibo Valentia (Bruttium) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 193 BC - 150 BC |
Value | As (1) |
Currency | As |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 7.28 g |
Diameter | 25 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#364611 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Thunderbolt; I and symbol (star, dolphin, Nike, bull, wreath, carnyx, crescent, lyre, tripod, fly, shell etc) in field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VALENTIA
I
Comment
Virzi 257.
Interesting fact
The Bronze coin from Vibo Valentia (Bruttium) minted during the Roman Republic (193-150 BC) features the mythical creature, the Griffin, on its reverse side. The Griffin was a symbol of protection and guardianship in ancient Greek and Roman mythology, and its presence on the coin may indicate that the city of Vibo Valentia was under the protection of a powerful deity or ruler.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (193 BC - 150 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for As (193 BC - 150 BC) coin.