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Denarius Baebia: Marcus Baebius Tampilus; TAMPIL / M•BAEBI•Q•F ROMA 137 BC
137 BC year| Silver | 4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 137 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Apollo in quadriga galloping right, holding laurel-branch in right hand, and a bow with an arrow in left hand.
ROMA in right field under the horses.
Part of moneyer mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
M•BAEBI•Q•F
Translation: Marcus Baebius Q f
Comment
The gens Baebia was a plebian and consular family. Tamphilus, or Tampilus, is the only surname that appears on its coins.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a triumphant Roman general riding a chariot, surrounded by symbols of victory and honor. This design was meant to commemorate the military victories of the Roman Republic and promote the idea of Roman supremacy.
