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Denarius D. Iunius Brutus Albinus; ALBINVS BRVTI•F 48 BC
48 BC year| Silver | 3.90 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 48 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.90 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#386785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two carnyces (carnyx) in saltire; above, oval shield; below, round shield. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALBINV BRVTI·F
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of D. Iunius Brutus Albinus, who was a prominent Roman politician and military leader, and one of the conspirators involved in the assassination of Julius Caesar. The coin was minted in 48 BC, just a year before Caesar's assassination, and it is believed that the image of Brutus on the coin was meant to promote his political image and reputation.
