© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denarius Anchor 2; ROMA 179 BC - 170 BC
| Silver | 3.74 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 179 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.74 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#392515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping right; further horse's tail appears before nearer horse's hind legs; below symbol of Republican Moneyer Anchor 2. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Interesting fact
The Denarius (Anchor 2; ROMA) coin was used during the Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) and features the image of a goddess, likely Roma, on the obverse (front) side, and an anchor on the reverse (back) side. The anchor symbolized the power and stability of the Roman navy, which was a significant factor in the Roman Republic's success and expansion. It's also worth noting that the Denarius (Anchor 2; ROMA) coin was made of silver and weighed 3.74 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The use of silver in coins was a marker of wealth and prosperity, and the Denarius (Anchor 2; ROMA) coin was no exception. Its value was equivalent to 10 asses, which was a common unit of measurement in ancient Rome.
