Biunx (216 BC - 211 BC) front Biunx (216 BC - 211 BC) back
Biunx (216 BC - 211 BC) photo
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Biunx 216 BC - 211 BC

 
Bronze 14.60 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Capua (Campania)
Period
Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
216 BC - 211 BC
Value
Biunx (⅕)
Currency
As (circa 216-211 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
14.60 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#428018
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lion walking right, holding spear in jaws; two pellets (mark of value) above; in exergue, kapu.

Script: Old Italics

Translation: kapu

Comment

Giard, Capuoe, 10.

Interesting fact

The Biunx coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient city of Capua, which was located in the Campania region of Italy. The coin's design features the image of a bull, which was a symbol of strength and prosperity in ancient times. The Biunx coin was also used as a form of payment for soldiers and was widely accepted in trade throughout the Roman Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (216 BC - 211 BC)  - - - - - -

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