© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius CONCORDIA PRAETORIANORVM; Concordia
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248537 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia standing left, holding branch in right hand and cornucopia in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA PRAETORIANORVM
Translation:
Concordia Praetorianorum.
Harmony of the praetorians.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.67–3.45 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was used to pay the Roman soldiers, and it was a symbol of the Roman Empire's power and influence. The coin's design featured the image of Concordia, the goddess of harmony and unity, which reflected the Roman Empire's values of unity and stability. The coin was also used for trade and commerce, and it was widely accepted throughout the empire.
