Greek Italy. Uncertain of Inland Etruria. Archaic wheel/three crescent series. Large fragment of AE Cast Quadrans, 3rd century BC. Archaic wheel within double linear border. / Three pellets within double linear border. Vecchi ICC 188; HN Italy 64d; Haeb. p. 272, 1-17, pl. 91, 7-8.. AE. 11.43 g. 33.00 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and interesting. Lovely earthen dark green patina. Good VF. Probably cutted to provide small change, just like the cast bronze ingots were usually cutted for payments of smaller amounts in the 3rd century BC.
Price realized | 250 EUR |
Starting price | 100 EUR |