Æ18 (36 BC) front Æ18 (36 BC) back
Æ18 (36 BC) photo
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Æ18 36 BC

36 BC year
Bronze 5.28 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Lugdunum (Gallia Lugdunensis)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
36 BC
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.28 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#430597
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

A galloping bull right, serpent with erect head below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COPIA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Roman emperor, likely Augustus or Tiberius, on one side, and a depiction of a Gallic warrior on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change and expansion for the Roman Empire, and it serves as a tangible reminder of the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this period. Additionally, the fact that it was made of bronze, a material that was widely used in ancient times, adds to its historical significance and speaks to the resourcefulness and ingenuity of the people who created it.