© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius Club; ROMA 208 BC
208 BC year| Silver | 4.46 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 208 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.46 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#389952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Dioscuri galloping right; below, club set horizontally to right. In exergue, ROMA.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Comment
South East Italy mint.
Interesting fact
The Denarius (Club; ROMA) coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Rome during the Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC). It was made of silver and weighed 4.46 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features the image of a club, which was a symbol of the Roman goddess Roma, and the word "ROMA" is inscribed on the coin in bold letters. This coin was widely used for trade and commerce throughout the Roman Empire and is still highly valued by collectors today.
