© Cristiano Becker (CC BY-SA)
© Cristiano Becker (CC BY-SA)
Denarius dot; dot
| Billon | 2.1 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Goths from Taman (Crimean Goths) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-325 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denarius (late 3rd/early 4th centuries) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#355146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
One dot lower field on both sides of warrior standing left holding a spear, head with one crescent on each side, crescents around the edge.
Comment
According to Kleshchinov these coins were Sarmatian imitations of Roman Denarii.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about it is that it was issued by the Goths, a Germanic tribe that played a significant role in the fall of the Roman Empire. The coin's design and materials, such as the use of Billon (a silver-like alloy) and its relatively small weight of 2.1 grams, also reflect the economic and technological advancements of the Goths during that time period.