© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius I O MAX CAPITOLINVS; Vesta and Jupiter
| Silver | 2.9 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248550 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter seated left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left, in distyle temple with wreath in pediment.
Script: Latin
Lettering: I O MAX CAPITOLINVS
Translation:
Iovi Optimo Maximo Capitolinus.
Jupiter, the best and the greatest, on the Capitoline Hill.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.32–3.36 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Vesta and Jupiter on its reverse side, which signifies the importance of Roman religion and mythology in the daily lives of the people during that time period.
