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© Trustees of the British Museum
20 As Mars; ROMA 211 BC - 208 BC
| Gold | 1.24 g | 11.23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
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| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | 20 As |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 11.23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#311658 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle to right, on thunderbolt; sometimes a symbol in field on reverse.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the god Mars on one side and the abbreviation "ROMA" on the other, indicating the Roman Republic's strong military presence and influence during its time.
