Silver 5 Asses Bearded male head series: facing right 475 BC - 425 BC
| Silver | 11.37 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 475 BC - 425 BC |
| Value | 5 Asses |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.37 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
There has been much controversy on dating Populonian coins, and as such, the date ranges my vary per source.The Bearded male head series was struck using Populonia's first silver standard, with the weights being compatible to the Drachm coins.
Interesting fact
The Bearded male head series on the Silver 5 Asses coin from Populonia (Etruria) is believed to represent the goddess's husband, Jupiter, and is a unique feature of Etruscan coinage.
