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Denarius Egnatia: Gaius Egnatius Maximus; MAXSVMVS / C•EGNATIVS•CN•F CN•N 75 BC
75 BC year| Silver | 4.08 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 75 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.08 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Distyle temple of Jupiter Libertas, two figures of the deities within, figure on left holding staff in right hand; above figures, thunderbolt on left and pileus on right; behind, control-numeral.
Part of moneyer mark in exergue and in right field.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CN•N
C•EGNATIVS•CN•F
Unabridged legend: Gaius Egnatius Gnaeus Filius Gnaeus Nepos
Translation: Gaius Egnatius, son of Gnaeus, nephew of Gnaeus
Edge
Plain
Comment
The gens Egnatia was a plebeian family at Rome.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Gaius Egnatius Maximus, a Roman politician and military leader, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great political and social change in Rome, as the Roman Republic was transitioning into the Roman Empire. The coin's design and imagery reflect the values and ideals of the Roman Republic, including the importance of leadership, military power, and the worship of the gods.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-75) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius (Egnatia: Gaius Egnatius Maximus; MAXSVMVS / C•EGNATIVS•CN•F CN•N) (75 BC) coin.
