© Münzkarbinett der Stadt Winterthur
© Münzkarbinett der Stadt Winterthur
Sextans - Anonymous 230 BC - 226 BC
| Bronze | 49.57 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 230 BC - 226 BC |
| Value | Sextans (⅙) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 49.57 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#383739 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Scallop shell seen from inside; below, club.
Lettering: ●●
Comment
Weight varies from 29.23g-50.94g
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.
