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© British Museum
Denarius Female Head; ROMA 206 BC - 200 BC
| Silver | 3.97 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 206 BC - 200 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.97 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping, right; below female head. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Interesting fact
The Denarius (Female Head; ROMA) coin was minted during the Roman Republic, a time when women were not yet considered equal to men. Despite this, the coin features a female head on one side, which is believed to be a representation of the goddess Roma. This depiction of a female figure on a coin was a rare occurrence during that time period, making the Denarius (Female Head; ROMA) coin a unique and interesting piece of history.
