© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans Anonymous 265 BC - 242 BC
| Bronze | 66.0 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 265 BC - 242 BC |
| Value | Quadrans (¼) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 66.0 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#383659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel of six spokes, between spokes, denominational mark.
Lettering: ●●●
Comment
Weight varies from 55.51g-80.00gRRC 24/6a
Obverse: Dog left; in exergue, denominational mark. (●●●)
Reverse: Wheel of six spokes, between spokes, denominational mark. (●●●)
@ American Numismatic Society
RRC 24/6b
Obverse: Dog right; in exergue, denominational mark. (●●●)
Reverse: Wheel of six spokes, between spokes, denominational mark. (●●●)
@ British Museum
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin from the Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) has an interesting fact that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a Roman leader, in this case, the goddess Roma, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of gods and goddesses on coins. This coin was also unique in that it had a distinctive " anonymous" design, lacking any identifying marks or symbols that would indicate its origin or value. This coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the Roman Republic and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
