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Denarius Circle and X; Circle and X
| Billon | 1.65 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Goths from Taman (Crimean Goths) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300-350 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denarius (late 3rd/early 4th centuries) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#356561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
OX and dot lower left field, OX lower right field on sides of warrior standing left holding a spear, head with one crescent on each side, crescents around the edge.
Comment
According to Kleshchinov these coins were Sarmatian imitations of Roman Denarii.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was used by the Goths, a Germanic tribe that played a significant role in the fall of the Roman Empire. The coin's design features a circle with a cross inside, which symbolizes the Goths' conversion to Christianity. The coin was made of billon, a type of alloy that contains a mixture of metals, and weighs 1.65 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history and culture of the Goths during the 3rd to 5th centuries.
