Didrachm (Anonymous; ROMANO) (270 BC - 265 BC) front Didrachm (Anonymous; ROMANO) (270 BC - 265 BC) back
Didrachm (Anonymous; ROMANO) (270 BC - 265 BC) photo
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Didrachm Anonymous; ROMANO 270 BC - 265 BC

 
Silver 7.34 g 20.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
270 BC - 265 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Drachm (?-235 BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.34 g
Diameter
20.2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#67132
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

She-wolf right, looking backwards, suckling twins Romulus and Remus.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ROMANO

Interesting fact

The Didrachm coin was used during a time of significant economic and political change in ancient Rome. The Roman Republic was expanding its territories and trade networks, which led to an increase in commerce and the need for a standardized currency. The Didrachm was one of the first coins to be widely used and accepted across different regions, and it played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (270 BC - 265 BC)  - - - - - -

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