© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Quadrans 50 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 2.93 g | 16 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 | 2.93 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#414218 |
|---|---|
| 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 bull, which was a symbol of strength and fertility in ancient Roman culture. On the other side, there is an image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of good luck and protection. The combination of these two symbols on the Quadrans coin may have been intended to convey the idea of a strong and prosperous community.
