Quadrans (Q1; ROMA) (211 BC - 210 BC) front Quadrans (Q1; ROMA) (211 BC - 210 BC) back
Quadrans (Q1; ROMA) (211 BC - 210 BC) photo
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Quadrans Q1; ROMA 211 BC - 210 BC

 
Bronze 6.85 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
211 BC - 210 BC
Value
Quadrans (1⁄40)
Currency
Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.85 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#394115
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Prow, right; denominational mark below; symbol before (Q); legend above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROMA Q
●●●

Translation: Rome

Comment

Weight varies from 6.39g-9.71g

Interesting fact

The Quadrans (Q1; ROMA) coin from Rome, minted between 211 BC and 210 BC, features the image of a dolphin on its reverse side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Roman culture.