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Aureus Livineia: Lucius Livineius Regulus; M·ANTONIVS·III·VIR·R·P·C / L·REGVLVS IIII·VIR·A·P·F 42 BC
42 BC year| Gold | 8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 42 BC |
| Value | Aureus (25) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#325141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules seated facing on rock, holding spear in right hand and sword in left hand, with lion-skin draped over lap; on right, shield decorated with gorgoneion; border of dots.
Lettering from left to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: L • REGVLVS IIII • VIR • A • P • F
Unabridged legend: Lucius Regulus tresviri ad pecuniam feriundam
Translation: Lucius Regulus, tresvir for the striking of coinage
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Lucius Livineius Regulus, who was a Roman politician and military leader, on one side, and the image of Marcus Antonius (Marc Antony) on the other side. This coin was minted during the Roman Republic, specifically in 42 BC, and it was made of gold, weighing 8 grams. It's a rare and valuable coin that provides a glimpse into the political and economic history of ancient Rome.
