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Silver 5 Asses Gorgoneion series I 401 BC - 301 BC
| Silver | 3.41 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 401 BC - 301 BC |
| Value | 5 Asses |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.41 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Four 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 first Gorgoneion series was struck using Populonia's third silver standard, with all being set at unrelated weights to the proceeding two standard.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Gorgon, a mythical creature with a woman's face and snakes for hair, on one side, and a horse on the other. The Gorgon image was used as a symbol of protection and was believed to have the power to ward off evil.
