© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denarius C; ROMA 209 BC - 208 BC
| Silver | 4.19 g | 20 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 | 4.19 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#391255 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping right; above symbol of Republican Moneyer C. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Comment
Uncertain Etruria mint.
Interesting fact
The Denarius (C; ROMA) coin was used to pay soldiers and civilians during the Roman Republic. It was an important symbol of Roman currency and was used extensively throughout the Roman Empire.
