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Denarius Cn. Calpurnius Piso; CN•CA͡L͡P ROMA 189 BC - 180 BC
| Silver | 3.81 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 189 BC - 180 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.81 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#435375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping, right. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CN•CA͡L͡P ROMA
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was minted during the Roman Republic, a time when Rome was still a republic and not yet an empire. The coin features the image of Cn. Calpurnius Piso, who was a Roman consul in 180 BC. The coin's design also includes the abbreviation "CN•CA͡L͡P ROMA," which stands for "Cn. Calpurnius Piso, Roman Consul." This coin is an example of how the Roman Republic used currency to promote their leaders and their achievements.
