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Denarius Aemilia: Marcus Aemilius Lepidus; AIMILIA REF S•C M•LEPIDVS 61 BC
61 BC year| Silver | 3.17 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 61 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.17 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
View of the Basilica Aemilia et Fulvia, as a two-storied structure with row of shields attached to the columns; around, inscription.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AIMILIA
REF
S•C
M•LEPIDVS
Unabridged legend: Aimilia Refectio Senatus Consulto Marcus Lepidus
Translation: Basilica Aemilia restored by Marcus Lepidus by Decree of the Senate
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
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Marcus Aemilius Lepidus, who was a prominent Roman statesman and military leader during the late Roman Republic. Lepidus was a member of the powerful Aemilia family and served as consul in 61 BC, the same year that this coin was minted. The coin's design, which includes Lepidus' name and title, reflects his influence and importance in Roman society at the time.
