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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denarius Anonymous; ROMA 209 BC - 208 BC
| Silver | 4.02 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 209 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.02 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping right; below, mark; in linear frame, inscription. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 3.54g-4.62gInteresting fact
The Denarius coin was used as a standardized form of currency across the Roman Empire, and it remained in circulation for over 400 years, indicating its durability and widespread use.
