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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Denarius Atilia: M. Atilius Saranus; SARAN / M ATII / ROMA 148 BC
148 BC year| Silver | 3.71 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 148 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.71 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#199807 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The Dioscuri on horseback to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M • ATILI
ROMA
Unabridged legend: Marcus Atilius
Comment
The coin in the main image (3.71g, 19mm, 4h, Extremely Fine):◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, Lot 801. Sold for 340 GBP.
◦ Ex Alba Longa Collection.
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was minted during the Roman Republic, a time when Rome was still a republic and not yet an empire. The coin features the image of a Roman warship, known as a trireme, on the reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman navy's power and influence in the Mediterranean. The coin's design was meant to showcase Rome's military prowess and its ability to project power across the region.
