Smallest coin from Italy

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by panzerman, Jan 20, 2024.

  1. panzerman

    panzerman Well-Known Member

    Magna Graecia/ Etruria/ uncertain City State
    AV As struck 3rd Century BC
    2-3 known/ unpublished....
    0.08 g. 4.1mm

    One was found in a graveyard in 1768/ historians believe these coins were used in burial rituals. A As coin was put into dead persons mouth/ before burial. So he/ she would have spending $$$ in after life. 6e026778060884029f2357e5a94e0070 (3).jpg
     
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