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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ20 MVN HENNAE 44 BC - 36 BC
| Bronze | 15.27 g | 27.0 mm |
| Issuer | Henna (Sicilia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 44 BC - 36 BC |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15.27 g |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#153097 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hades in galloping quadriga right, holding sceptre in left hand, his right hand around the waist of Persephone
Script: Latin
Lettering: MVN HENNAE
Comment
Magistrate of Marcus Cestius (duovir) and Lucius Munatius (duovir)
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the waves, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek and Roman coinage, symbolizing the connection between the sea and the goddess of wisdom, Athena. The use of this design on the coin from Henna suggests that the city was culturally influenced by the Greek and Roman civilizations, and that the coin may have been used for trade and commerce with these regions.