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Denarius Cornelia: Publius Cornelius Lentulus Marcellinus; MARCELLINVS / MARCELLVS COS•QVINQ 50 BC
50 BC year| Silver | 3.86 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 50 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Figure of Marcus Claudius Marcellus (consul 222 BC), walking right, carrying with two hands a trophy into tetrastyle temple; in right and left fields, downwards inscription.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARCELLVS
COS•QVINQ
Unabridged legend: Marcellus Consul Quintum
Translation: [Marcus Claudius] Marcellus, Consul for the fifth times
Edge
Plain
Comment
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 a portrait of Publius Cornelius Lentulus Marcellinus, who was a prominent Roman politician and military leader. He served as consul in 50 BC, which is the year this coin was minted. The coin's design also includes an image of a lictor, a symbol of Roman authority, and an inscription that reads "MARCELLINVS / MARCELLVS COS•QVINQ," indicating that Marcellinus was the consul for the fifth time. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the political and social history of ancient Rome.
Price
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Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius (Cornelia: Publius Cornelius Lentulus Marcellinus; MARCELLINVS / MARCELLVS COS•QVINQ) (50 BC) coin.
