As (Licinii: Lucius Licinius Macer) (84 BC) front As (Licinii: Lucius Licinius Macer) (84 BC) back
As (Licinii: Lucius Licinius Macer) (84 BC) photo
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As Licinii: Lucius Licinius Macer 84 BC

84 BC year
Bronze 14.81 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
84 BC
Value
As (1⁄16)
Currency
Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
14.81 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#391353
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Prow, right; above, male figure holding staff. Border of dots.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EX S·C
MACER

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts a dolphin jumping out of the water, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Republic's naval power and its ability to conquer the seas.