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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Silver 5 Asses Male head series II: facing right; blank 301 BC - 206 BC
| Silver | 1.81 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Populonia (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 206 BC |
| Value | 5 Asses |
| Currency | As (circa 475-201 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.81 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#178547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Pozzi 42.
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
The Silver 5 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 1.81 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. The coin features a male head facing right on one side and a blank reverse side. It was minted between 301 BC and 206 BC, making it a rare and valuable collector's item today.
