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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Silver 2½ Asses Male head series II: pentagrams 301 BC - 206 BC
| Silver | 0.89 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 206 BC |
| Value | 2½ Asses (2.5) |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178551 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two pentagrams surrounded by circles and dots.
Edge
Plain
Comment
There has been much controversy on dating Populonian coins, and as such, the date ranges my vary per source.The second 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 pentagram on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the Etruscan religion and represented the five elements of earth, air, fire, water, and spirit.
