Gold 50 Asses Female head series II 211 BC - 206 BC
| Gold | 2.70 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 206 BC |
| Value | 50 Asses |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.70 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
This is part of the Etruscan gold series from the Second Punic War (218-201 BC).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a female head on one side, which was a rare design choice for ancient coins. The inclusion of a female figure on the coin may indicate the importance of women in Etruscan society or possibly even a female ruler. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight suggest that it was a valuable and significant denomination in its time.
