Biunx (211 BC - 200 BC) front Biunx (211 BC - 200 BC) back
Biunx (211 BC - 200 BC) photo
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Biunx 211 BC - 200 BC

 
Bronze 5.93 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Luceria (Apulia)
Period
Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
211 BC - 200 BC
Value
Biunx (⅙)
Currency
Nummus (circa 218-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.93 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#429487
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Scallop shell; LOVCERI in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LOVCERI

Interesting fact

The Biunx coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Roman city of Luceria, which is now modern-day Lecce in Apulia, Italy. Despite being made of bronze, the Biunx coin was considered a valuable form of currency during its time, with a value equivalent to 200 litres of wheat or 100 litres of wine. Its value was also equivalent to 1/40th of a Roman pound, which was a significant amount during that era.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (211 BC - 200 BC)  - - - - - -

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