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Hexas Zancle 500 BC
500 BC year| Silver | 0.16 g | 7 mm |
| Issuer | Messana (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 500 BC |
| Value | Hexas (⅙) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.16 g |
| Diameter | 7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#197016 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nine-part incuse square with cockle shell at centre.
Comment
Elsen 90, 67; Gielow, MBNG 48 (1930), -; SNG ANS -.Interesting fact
The Hexas (Zancle) coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Messana (now known as Messina) in Sicily, Italy, during the 5th century BC. Despite being made of silver, the coin was relatively small in size, weighing only 0.16 grams. This suggests that the coin was used for small transactions or as a token of exchange, rather than as a large denomination coin.