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Uncia 215 BC

215 BC year
Bronze 9.60 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Brundisium (Calabria)
Period
Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
215 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.60 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#396240
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Phalanthos riding dolphin to left; holding Victory in his outstretched right hand and a cornucopiae with his left; in the field to right, club; below, large pellet.

Script: Greek

Lettering: BR - VN

Interesting fact

The Uncia coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its design featured the image of a bull, which was a symbol of strength and prosperity in ancient Roman culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (-215)  - - - - - -

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