© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
As 50 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 8.37 g | 28 mm |
| 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 | 8.37 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#413540 |
|---|---|
| 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 8.37 g, is a rare example of a coin that was issued during the Roman Republic. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during the reign of Julius Caesar, who was the Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in the transformation of the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the political and cultural influences of the time, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians interested in ancient Roman currency.
