© CGB
© CGB
Quadrans 300 BC - 200 BC
| Copper | 2.43 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Ziz (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 200 BC |
| Value | Trionkion (¼) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.43 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#57346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Horse at left; above, a star composed of eight grapes.
Below the horse, a monogram.
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin was used as a form of currency during the Punic Wars, which were a series of conflicts fought between ancient Rome and Carthage, a powerful city-state in North Africa, from 264 to 146 BC. The Quadrans coin was one of the coins used by the Carthaginians during this time, and it was made of copper, weighing 2.43 grams. Despite its small size, the Quadrans coin played an important role in the economy of the time, as it was widely used for trade and commerce.
