Uncia (206 BC - 195 BC) front Uncia (206 BC - 195 BC) back
Uncia (206 BC - 195 BC) photo
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Uncia 206 BC - 195 BC

 
Bronze 2.82 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Caelia (Apulia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
206 BC - 195 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.82 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#428139
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Thunderbolt; KAIΛΙ-ΝꞶΝ above and below.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
KAIΛΙ
ΝꞶΝ

Interesting fact

The Uncia coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Rome and its territories, and it was equivalent to 1/12 of a Roman pound. The coin was first introduced during the reign of King Tarquinius Priscus in the 7th century BC and was used until the 2nd century AD. The Uncia coin was made of bronze and had a distinctive design, featuring the image of a bull on one side and the Roman numeral "X" on the other. The coin was used for everyday transactions and was also used to pay taxes and debts. Despite its small value, the Uncia coin played an important role in the Roman economy and was widely used throughout the empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (206 BC - 195 BC)  - - - - - -

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