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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Gold 50 Asses Lion's head series I 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 | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152049 |
|---|---|
| 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
The Gold 50 Asses coin from Populonia (Etruria) features a lion's head on one side and a wheel on the other, which symbolizes the Etruscan goddess of fate, Fortuna. This coin was used as a means of payment and was also considered a symbol of wealth and power in ancient Etruria.
