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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Denarius - Juba II Caesarea; eagle with wreath 25 BC - 23 AD
| Silver | 2.76 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Mauretania |
|---|---|
| King | Juba II (25 BC - 23 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 25 BC - 23 AD |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius (25BC-40AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.76 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95562 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle standing facing on a thunderbolt, wings spread, head right holding a laurel wreath on its beak; transversal scepter over left wing; crescent below the thunderbolt.
Comment
The type with the eagle is minted in honour of the Emperor August, as the eagle is a symbol of his imperial power.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of an eagle wearing a wreath, which was a symbol of Roman imperial power and authority. The eagle was also a representation of the Roman god Jupiter, who was considered the king of the gods. This imagery was used to convey the power and influence of the Roman Empire and its rulers.
