© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
As 50 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 9.98 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Emporia (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 27 BC |
| Value | 1 As |
| Currency | As (Roman pound system, 1st century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.98 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#413506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pegasus right, wreath above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EMPOR
Interesting fact
The coin , the A Standard circulation coin As (50 BC - 27 BC) from City of Emporia (Tarraconensis) made of Bronze weighing 9.98 g, is a rare example of a coin that was minted during the Roman Republic. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time of political and social change in Rome, as the Roman Republic was transitioning into the Roman Empire. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect this change, as it features images of Roman gods and goddesses, as well as inscriptions that highlight the power and authority of the Roman state.
