As (Anonymous) (241 BC - 235 BC) front As (Anonymous) (241 BC - 235 BC) back
As (Anonymous) (241 BC - 235 BC) photo
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As Anonymous 241 BC - 235 BC

 
Bronze 270.74 g 70 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
241 BC - 235 BC
Value
As (1)
Currency
As (circa 280-221 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
270.74 g
Diameter
70 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#383669
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Mercury, left; behind, sickle.

Comment

Haeberlin pl. 31, 1.

 

Weight varies from 234.86g-270.74g

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Roman warship, known as a trireme, on its reverse side. This design was used during the Roman Republic and symbolized the power and influence of the Roman navy. The use of a trireme on the coin also highlights the importance of naval warfare during this time period.