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Silver 10 Asses Persipnai series 301 BC - 206 BC
| Silver | 3.67 g | 19 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 | 3.67 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Two examples are known, with only one being in a private collection.There has been much controversy on dating Populonian coins, and as such, the date ranges my vary per source.
The Persipnai 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 10 Asses coin from Populonia (Etruria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Rome and was equivalent to the Roman denarius. It was made of silver and weighed 3.67 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. The coin features an image of a horse on one side and the Etruscan goddess Turan on the other. The Persipnai series, which this coin is a part of, was minted during the reign of the Roman Republic and was used for trade and commerce throughout the Roman Empire.
