© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans Anchor 1; ROMA 209 BC - 208 BC
| Bronze | 6.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Anchor 1 |
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 209 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Quadrans (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right; denominational mark below; symbol before (anchor); legend above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
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Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 6.4g-10.1gInteresting fact
The Quadrans coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its design featured an anchor on one side and the letters "ROMA" on the other. This coin was minted during the Roman Republic, a time of great expansion and growth for the Roman Empire. Despite its small denomination, the Quadrans was an important part of the Roman economy and was used by people from all walks of life.
