© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien
© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien
As Anonymous 326 BC - 242 BC
| Bronze | 4.80 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 326 BC - 242 BC |
| Value | As (1) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.80 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#383437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forepart of man-headed bull walking right. Flank of bull is decorated by star; above, inscription.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΡΩΜΑΙΩΝ
Unabridged legend: ROMAION
Translation: Of the Romans
Comment
Weight varies from 1.91g-4.80gInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Roman consul, which was a high-ranking political and military leader in ancient Rome. The consul was elected annually and served as the head of state, with the power to command armies and conduct foreign policy. The image of the consul on the coin symbolizes the power and authority of the Roman Republic during this time period.
