© INCM
© INCM
Sextans Anonymous 280 BC - 269 BC
| Bronze | 51.7 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 269 BC |
| Value | Sextans (⅙) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 51.7 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#116091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of the other Dioscurus left, wearing pileus.
Two pellets behind head at right.
Edge
Gross
Comment
Other reference: MCM 22775 from INCM Museum.Interesting fact
The Sextans coin features the image of a six-rayed star on its obverse side, which is believed to represent the six days of the week in the Roman calendar.
