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Denarius Cornelia; Anonymous; EX S•C 81 BC
81 BC yearSilver | 3.84 g | 19 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
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Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 81 BC |
Value | Denarius (1) |
Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 3.84 g |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#390345 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cornucopia; around, laurel-wreath. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EX / S•C
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius coin is that it features a portrait of Cornelia Africana, a prominent Roman woman known for her intelligence, virtue, and family connections. She was the mother of the Gracchi brothers, who were famous politicians and reformers in ancient Rome. The coin's design was meant to honor Cornelia's reputation and reinforce the values of Roman womanhood.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (-81) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius (Cornelia; Anonymous; EX S•C) (81 BC) coin.