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Denarius Cornelia: Lucius Cornelius Sulla; L•SVLLA / IMPER ITERVM 84 BC - 83 BC
| Silver | 4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 84 BC - 83 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66699 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Jug and lituus between two trophies; inscriptions above and below.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IMPER
ITERVM
Unabridged legend: Imperator Iterum
Translation: Emperor Once Again
Comment
This coin was issued by Sulla who struck as imperator in the East without senatorial authorization.The gens Cornelia was one of the most distinguished Roman gentes, and produced a greater number of illustrious men than any other house at Rome. Servius Cornelius Cossus Maluginensis was first to achieve the consulship in 485 BC. The gens was a major contributor to the highest offices of the Republic, and contested for consulships with the Fabii and the Valerii from the 3rd century BC. Over thirty percent of all consulships were held by men from Cornelii; several great commanders also came from this family.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Lucius Cornelius Sulla, also known as Sulla Felix, who was a Roman general and statesman. He is best known for his victories against Mithridates VI of Pontus and his subsequent dictatorship of Rome, during which he implemented a series of reforms that reshaped the Roman Republic. The coin was minted during his second consulship in 84 BC and features an image of Sulla on the obverse side, with the legend "L•SVLLA / IMPER ITERVM" meaning "Sulla, Imperator for the second time." The reverse side of the coin features a depiction of Cornelia, the mother of the Gracchi brothers, who were prominent Roman politicians. The coin's design serves as a testament to Sulla's influence and power during his time in Rome.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (84 BC - 83 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius (Cornelia: Lucius Cornelius Sulla; L•SVLLA / IMPER ITERVM) (84 BC - 83 BC) coin.
