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Denarius Aemilia: Lucius Aemilius Buca; L•BVCA 44 BC
44 BC year| Silver | 3.91 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 44 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.91 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
On left ground, Sulla reclining on rock, dreaming about Luna holding torch in right hand, descending left from mountain on right; in background, Victory facing with outspread wings and holding staff in raised right hand.
Border of dots.
Anepigraphic.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The gens Aemilia, originally written Aimilia, was one of the most ancient patrician houses at Rome. The family was said to have originated in the reign of Numa Pompilius, the second King of Rome, and its members held the highest offices of the state, from the early decades of the Republic to imperial times. The Aemilii were probably one of the gentes maiores, the most important of the patrician families.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin , which was minted in 44 BC during the Roman Republic, features an image of a bull on its reverse side. This image was a common motif on Roman coins during this time period, as the bull was considered a symbol of strength and fertility. In fact, the bull was so highly regarded in ancient Rome that it was often associated with the god Jupiter, who was considered the king of the gods. The use of the bull on this coin may have been intended to convey the power and prosperity of the Roman Republic.
