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As - Sextus Pompeius MAGNVS / PIVS IMP 45 BC
45 BC year| Bronze | 17.04 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 45 BC |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17.04 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#37638 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Prow of galley right, decorated with an eight-rays star; above and below, inscriptions.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIVS
IMP
Unabridged legend: Pius Imperator
Translation: Pious Emperor
Edge
Plain
Comment
Obverse lettering variants are known with MAGN instead of MAGNVS.
Uncertain mint in Sicily or Spain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Sextus Pompeius, who was a prominent Roman general and politician during the late Republic era. He was the son of Pompey the Great, who was a powerful Roman general and statesman, and played a significant role in the Roman civil wars. The coin was minted in 45 BC, during the time of Julius Caesar's dictatorship, and it's interesting to note that Sextus Pompeius was one of Caesar's main opponents during this time. The coin's design and imagery reflect the political tensions and power struggles of the time, and it's a valuable piece of history for anyone interested in ancient Rome and its coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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| ND (-45) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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