Denarius (Imitation of Roman Republic Denarius) (200 BC - 101 BC) front Denarius (Imitation of Roman Republic Denarius) (200 BC - 101 BC) back
Denarius (Imitation of Roman Republic Denarius) (200 BC - 101 BC) photo
© Roma Numismatics Limited

Denarius Imitation of Roman Republic Denarius 200 BC - 101 BC

 
Silver 4.07 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Dacian tribes (Dacians)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 101 BC
Value
Denarius (1)
Currency
Denarius
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.07 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#191510
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The Dioscuri riding to right, each holding spear; ROMA in linear frame below.

Lettering: ROMA

Comment

For prototype cf. Crawford 44/5.
Examples of this type:

Example #1 (4.07g, 20mm, 7h; Near Mint State) - In main image
◦ Ex Alba Longa Collection.
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 458. Sold for 950 GBP.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it is an imitation of a Roman Republic Denarius, which was a popular coin used in ancient Rome. The Dacian tribes who created this coin were likely influenced by the Roman Empire and its currency, and they may have used this coin as a form of trade or tribute. Despite being an imitation, the coin still holds historical significance and provides insight into the cultural exchange and economic systems of the time.