© Les monnaies antiques de l’Italie
© Les monnaies antiques de l’Italie
Silver 10 Asses Artumes series: octopus 301 BC - 206 BC
| Silver | 3.72 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 206 BC |
| Value | 10 Asses |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.72 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Octopus.
Edge
Plain
Comment
There has been much controversy on dating Populonian coins, and as such, the date ranges my vary per source.The Artumes 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 octopus depicted on the coin was a symbol of prosperity and good fortune in Etruscan culture. In fact, the Etruscans believed that the octopus had the power to protect their ships and sailors from harm, making it a common motif on coins and other artifacts from the region.
