© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
As Anonymous; ROMA; Anchor 209 BC - 208 BC
| Bronze | 33 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 209 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | As (0.1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 33 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#287635 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Prow of galley right; I above, anchor before.
Script: Latin
Lettering: I
Interesting fact
The Anchor symbol on the reverse side of the coin was a symbol of hope and stability during the Roman Republic. It was often used on coins to represent the Roman Republic's strong foundation and stability, especially during times of political or economic turmoil.
