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Cistophorus - Mark Antony and Octavia the Younger 40 BC
40 BC year| Silver | 11.9 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Triumvir | Mark Antony (Marcus Antonius) (43 BC - 32 BC) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 40 BC |
| Value | Cistophorus (3⁄25) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.9 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#342162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bacchus on a cista, flanked by two entangled snakes.
Script: Latin
Lettering: III·VIR R·P·C·
Unabridged legend: Triumviri Rei Publicae Constituandae
Translation: Triumvirate for the Restoration of the Government.
Interesting fact
The Cistophorus coin featuring Mark Antony and Octavia the Younger is interesting because it highlights the political alliance between the two powerful figures of the Roman Republic. The coin was minted in 40 BC, during the time of Mark Antony's marriage to Octavia, who was the sister of Julius Caesar's adopted son and future emperor, Octavian (later known as Augustus). This marriage was a strategic move to solidify Mark Antony's position in Roman politics and strengthen his ties with the Julian clan. The coin's design, featuring the portraits of both Mark Antony and Octavia, symbolizes the unity and strength of their alliance.
Price
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