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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
As Titia: Quintus Titius; Q•TITI 90 BC
90 BC year| Bronze | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 90 BC |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#311580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Prow of galley right, lettering above, sometimes mark of value I before, sometimes control-symbol in field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: Q•TITI
Translation: Quintus Titius
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.
