Denarius (Cornelia; Anonymous; EX S•C) (81 BC) front Denarius (Cornelia; Anonymous; EX S•C) (81 BC) back
Denarius (Cornelia; Anonymous; EX S•C) (81 BC) photo
© British Museum

Denarius Cornelia; Anonymous; EX S•C 81 BC

81 BC year
Silver 3.84 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
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
References
Numista
N#390345
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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