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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius Dolphin; ROMA 209 BC - 208 BC
| Silver | 4.16 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 209 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.16 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#387831 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping, right; below, mark (dolphin); in exergue, inscription. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 3.21g-4.77g
Minted in Sicily
Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma, right. Border of dots. Behind, symbol (X).
Reverse: Dioscuri galloping right. Line border. Below, mark (dolphin) and legend (ROMA).
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Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma, right. Border of dots. Behind, symbol (X).
Reverse: Dioscuri galloping right. Line border. Below, legend (ROMA).
@American Numismatic Society
Interesting fact
The Denarius (Dolphin; ROMA) coin was used as a means of payment for Roman soldiers during the Second Punic War, which lasted from 218 to 201 BC. The coin's design features a dolphin, which was a symbol of the Roman navy, and the word "ROMA" in bold letters, indicating the coin's origin and authority. The use of this coin as a form of payment for soldiers highlights the importance of the Roman military during this time period and the need for a standardized form of currency to facilitate transactions.
