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Denarius Cn. Domitius Ahenobarbus; CN·DOMITIVS·IMP 41 BC
41 BC year| Silver | 3.93 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 41 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.93 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384565 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Prow, right, on which stands trophy with two spears and shield. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CN·DOMITIVS·IMP
Unabridged legend: Gnaeus Domitius Imperator
Translation: Emperor Gnaeus Domitius
Comment
Uncertain mint moving with Ahenobarbus along the Adriatic or Ionian Sea.Mass varies: 3.04–4.14 g;
Diameter varies: 17–21 mm;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Gnaeus Domitius Ahenobarbus, a Roman politician and military leader, on one side, and a depiction of a galley on the other. The galley was a symbol of Ahenobarbus' naval victories, and its inclusion on the coin was meant to highlight his military prowess.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-41) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius (Cn. Domitius Ahenobarbus; CN·DOMITIVS·IMP) (41 BC) coin.
