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Denarius Knife; ROMA 211 BC - 208 BC
| Silver | 3.97 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.97 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#392309 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping right; below symbol of Republican Moneyer Knife. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Interesting fact
The Denarius (Knife; ROMA) coin was used as a means of payment for Roman soldiers during the Second Punic War, which lasted from 218 to 201 BC. The coin's design features a knife on one side and the word "ROMA" on the other, which symbolized the Roman Republic's military prowess and power. The use of this coin as a form of payment for soldiers helped to standardize currency across the Roman Empire and facilitate trade and commerce.
