© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Unknown Æ As Malventum 301 BC - 268 BC
| Bronze | 3.52 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Beneventum (Samnium) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 268 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.52 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mask of Vulcan above bull with man's head facing right.
Edge
Plain
Comment
These coins were struck before 268 BC, when the Romans changed Malventum's name to Beneventum.More information is needed regarding this type's diameter and weight. HN Italy says they are "smaller bronze coins [than those after the name change]", implying they are less than 20 millimetres in diameter.
Interesting fact
The coin , the Unknown Æ (As Malventum) from Beneventum (Samnium), is a rare and valuable coin that is highly sought after by collectors. It is believed to have been minted during the reign of the Roman Republic, specifically between 301 BC and 268 BC. The coin is made of bronze and weighs 3.52 grams, which was a standard weight for coins of its time. Despite its age, the coin has been well-preserved and is considered a valuable piece of history for numismatists and collectors alike.
