Cryptocurrency Q&A When was the first coin struck in Italy?

When was the first coin struck in Italy?

Giuseppe Giuseppe Sun Feb 23 2025 | 5 answers 1385
I'm curious about the history of coins in Italy. Specifically, I want to know when the very first coin was struck or minted in that country. Can anyone provide me with this information? When was the first coin struck in Italy?

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GeishaMelody GeishaMelody Mon Feb 24 2025
Initially, they were made from lumps of cast iron, which was the prevalent material at that time.

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InfinityVoyager InfinityVoyager Mon Feb 24 2025
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BitcoinBaroness BitcoinBaroness Mon Feb 24 2025
The history of coins in Italy dates back to the 6th century.

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DondaejiDelightfulCharmingSmile DondaejiDelightfulCharmingSmile Mon Feb 24 2025
It was during this time that colonists who ruled over Sicily and Southern Italy began striking coins.

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Nicolo Nicolo Mon Feb 24 2025
These early coins were primarily of Greek and Roman origin.

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