© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
Aureus Manlia: Lucius Manlius Torquatus; L•MANLI T PRO Q / L•SVLLA•IMP 82 BC
82 BC year| Gold | 10.75 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 82 BC |
| Value | Aureus (25) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374927 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sulla in a triumphal quadriga advancing right, holding reins in left hand and caduceus in right hand, being crowned by Victory flying left above the quadriga.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: L•SVLLA•IMP
Translation: Lucius [Cornelius] Sylla Imperator
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin was minted during the Roman Republic, specifically in 82 BC. It's interesting to note that the Roman Republic was a time of great social and political change in Rome, marked by the transition from a monarchy to a republican system of government. This coin was minted during the time of the Roman Consuls, who were elected officials that governed the Roman Republic. The coin's design, featuring the image of Lucius Manlius Torquatus, was likely meant to promote his political career and to solidify his reputation as a powerful Roman leader.
