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Denarius - Julius Caesar DICT•ITER COS•TERT / AVGVR PONT•MAX 46 BC
46 BC year| Silver (.950) | 3.67 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Dictator | Julius Caesar (Caius Iulius Caesar) (49, 47, 46-44 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 46 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 3.67 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Emblems of the augurate and the pontificate: simpulum, aspergillum, jug and lituus; above and below, inscription; on right, letter D or M.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVGVR PONT•MAX
D
Unabridged legend: Augurus Pontifex Maximus
Translation: Augur, Greatest Priest
Edge
Gross
Comment
Uncertain African mint.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Julius Caesar, who was the first Roman general to be depicted on a coin while still alive. This was a bold move, as it was seen as a way for Caesar to promote his own image and power, and it was a departure from the traditional Roman practice of featuring gods or goddesses on coins. The coin's design was meant to solidify Caesar's position as a powerful leader and to promote his image as a benevolent ruler.
Price
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