Silver 1 Asses Apulu series II 301 BC - 206 BC
| Silver | 0.40 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 | 0.40 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crescent and dot.
Edge
Plain
Comment
There has been much controversy on dating Populonian coins, and as such, the date ranges my vary per source.The second Apulu 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
The Silver 1 Asses coin from Populonia (Etruria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Rome, specifically during the Roman Republic era. It was equivalent to one-fourth of a Roman denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin's design featured the image of a horse on one side and the letters "ROMA" on the other, signifying its Roman origin. Despite its small value, the coin played an important role in the Roman economy, as it was widely used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the Roman Republic's growing influence in the region.
