Sextans (Anonymous) (225 BC - 217 BC) front Sextans (Anonymous) (225 BC - 217 BC) back
Sextans (Anonymous) (225 BC - 217 BC) photo
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Sextans Anonymous 225 BC - 217 BC

 
Bronze 41.85 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
225 BC - 217 BC
Value
Sextans (1⁄60)
Currency
Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
41.85 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#66799
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Prow of galley right; two pellets below.

Comment

Haeberlin pl. 18, 10-21.

Interesting fact

The Sextans coin features the image of a six-sided die on its obverse side, which is where it gets its name from. This unique design was used to represent the Roman Republic's emphasis on fairness and randomness in trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (225 BC - 217 BC)  - - - - - -

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