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Silver 1 As Necklaced male head series 301 BC - 206 BC
| Silver | 0.42 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 206 BC |
| Value | 1 As |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.42 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Two examples are known from, with only one being in a private collection.While the portrait is similar to Apulu, the inclusion of the necklace is an anomaly, meaning this is probably just a generic male's head.
There has been much controversy on dating Populonian coins, and as such, the date ranges my vary per source.
The Necklaced male head series was struck using Populonia's fourth silver standard, which is equal to the third silver standard except with the weights of all denomination being halved.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a necklaced male head on one side, which was a distinctive feature of Etruscan coinage during this time period. The necklace depicted on the coin is believed to be a symbol of wealth and status, and it's thought that the person depicted on the coin may have been a prominent figure in Etruscan society.
