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60 As Mars; ROMA 208 BC
208 BC year| Gold | 3.35 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 208 BC |
| Value | 60 As |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.35 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#312369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle on thunderbolt, right; above, mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Interesting fact
The coin features a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and the abbreviation "ROMA" on the other. This coin was issued during the Roman Republic, a time when Rome was expanding its territories and military power, making Mars a fitting symbol for the coin's design.
