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© British Museum
Denarius B; ROMA 211 BC - 208 BC
| Silver | 4.34 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.34 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#404055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Dioscuri galloping right; below, B (Republican Moneyer sign) and ROMA.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
B
ROMA
Comment
Uncertain Etruria mint.
Interesting fact
The Denarius (B; ROMA) coin was used to pay soldiers and civil servants during the Roman Republic. It was an important symbol of the Roman economy and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire.
