© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius Crescent 1; ROMA 207 BC
207 BC year| Silver | 4.45 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 207 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping, right; above, mark; in linear frame, inscription. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
☾
ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 3.56g-4.45gInteresting fact
The Denarius (Crescent 1; ROMA) coin was used as a means of payment for Roman soldiers during the Punic Wars, specifically during the Second Punic War (218-201 BC). It was a silver coin that was valued at 10 asses, and it featured an image of the goddess Roma on one side and a crescent moon on the other. The coin was minted in large quantities to finance the war efforts, and it remained in circulation for many years after the war ended. It's interesting to note that the Denarius (Crescent 1; ROMA) coin was an important part of Roman history and economy, and it played a significant role in the financing of the Roman military during a time of great conflict.
