Denarius Cornelia: Publius Cornelius Sulla; P•SVLLA ROMA 151 BC
151 BC year| Silver | 3.72 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 151 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.72 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#323748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Winged Victory in biga galloping right, holding whip in right hand and reins in left hand; lined border.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P • SVLA
ROMA
Unabridged legend: Publius Sulla
Translation: Publius [Cornelius] Sulla
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Cornelia Africana, the mother of the Roman general and statesman Sulla, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts a Victory standing on a globe, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This design was meant to commemorate Sulla's military victories, particularly his campaigns against Jugurtha in North Africa. The coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and political values of the Roman Republic during the 2nd century BC, and provide insight into the propaganda and ideological messages that were disseminated through coinage during that time.
