© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Triens Anonymous 230 BC - 226 BC
| Bronze | 84.629 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 230 BC - 226 BC |
| Value | Triens (⅓) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 84.629 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#383737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Thunderbolt; on right, club; in field to left and right, denominational mark.
Lettering: ●●●●
Comment
Weight varies 70.55-95.48gInteresting fact
The Triens coin features the image of a mythical creature called a "bucranium," which is a bull's head with a human body. This design was used to symbolize the power and strength of the Roman Republic.
