Ancient Roman Bronze Coin from Brundisium (Key Port of the Roman Republic)

Brundisium Æ Sextans (c. 215 BC) — Very Fine Green Patina

Very Fine Æ sextans from Brundisium — Rome's key Adriatic port during Second Punic War. Neptune + Phalanthos design celebrates maritime power + Greek heritage.

Maritime Power Design

• Obverse: Laureate Neptune right — sea god; Nike above trident, 2 pellets (value mark)

• Reverse: Phalanthos on dolphin left — Tarentum founder; holds Nike + kithara, 2 pellets

Technical Specifications

• Material: Æ Bronze (substantial size)

• Denomination: Sextans (6th part of as)

• Condition: Very Fine, attractive green patina

• References: HN Italy 737; SNG ANS 779

Second Punic War Strategic Port

• Rome's vital Adriatic naval base vs. Hannibal

• Neptune = maritime dominance

• Phalanthos/dolphin = Greek colonial heritage

• Nike = victory theme; kithara = Hellenic culture

Collector Essential

Impressive VF with green patina enhancing details. Perfect Roman Republic bronze from history's pivotal war.