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Litra Anonymous; ROMA 234 BC - 231 BC
| Bronze | 3.62 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 234 BC - 231 BC |
| Value | Litra (⅕) |
| Currency | Drachm (?-235 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.62 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#383676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horse galloping, left, with bridle; below, inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 2.45g-3.45gInteresting fact
The Litra coin was used as a standard unit of weight and currency in ancient Rome, and its design featured the image of a sheep on one side and the letters "ROMA" on the other. This coin was introduced during the Roman Republic and was used for everyday transactions, such as buying food or paying taxes. The use of the Litra coin as a standard unit of weight and currency helped to establish a uniform system of measurement and commerce across the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (234 BC - 231 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Litra (Anonymous; ROMA) (234 BC - 231 BC) coin.
