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Denarius Acilia: Manius Acilius Balbus; BALBVS ROMA / MN•ACILI 125 BC
125 BC year| Silver (.950) | 3.88 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 125 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 3.88 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#37345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Jupiter, holding spear in left hand and thunderbolt in right hand, standing right in quadriga galloping right driven by Victory, holding reins in left hand and whip in right hand; Macedonian shield under horses.
Part of moneyer mark in exergue with MN ligatured.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MN•ACILI
Translation: Manius Acilius [Glabrio]
Edge
Plain
Comment
The gens Acilia was a plebeian Roman family which flourished from the middle of the third century BC until at least the fifth century. The first member of the gens to achieve prominence was Gaius Acilius Glabrio, who was quaestor in 203 and tribune of the plebs in 197 BC.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design, with the portrait of Manius Acilius Balbus on one side and the abbreviation "MN•ACILI" on the other, which stands for "Manius Numerius Acilius Balbus." This coin is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
