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Denarius GENIO P R; Vulcan
| Silver | 3.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248498 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cap of Vulcan over anvil; tongs, left; hammer, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO P R
Translation:
Genio Populi Romani.
Genius of the Roman people.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius (GENIO P R; Vulcan) (68-69) coin from the Roman Empire features the god Vulcan on the reverse, which is an interesting fact about this coin. Vulcan, the god of fire and volcanoes, was an important deity in Roman mythology and was often depicted holding a hammer, as seen on this coin. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nero, who was known for his extravagance and love of the arts, and it's possible that the inclusion of Vulcan on the coin was a nod to his patronage of the arts and his desire to promote Roman culture.
