© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Quadrans 50 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 2.02 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | City of Emporia (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 27 BC |
| Value | 1 Quadrans (¼) |
| Currency | As (Roman pound system, 1st century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.02 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#411598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pegasus right, wreath above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EM
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin from the City of Emporia (Tarraconensis) was used as a form of currency during the Roman Republic and features a unique design. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a bust of a woman, believed to be a representation of the Roman goddess Venus, while the other side features a depiction of a dolphin. The use of a dolphin on the coin is significant because it represents the city's connection to the sea and its importance in trade and commerce. Additionally, the dolphin was also a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Roman culture, making it a fitting emblem for a coin that was used in everyday transactions.