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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denarius L. Rustius; L•RVSTI 76 BC
76 BC year| Silver (.950) | 3.95 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 3.95 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#225284 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Ram, right. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: L.RVSTI
Interesting fact
The Denarius (L. Rustius; L•RVSTI) coin from Rome, minted in 76 BC, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a Roman deity or mythological figure, it showcases a portrait of a Roman citizen, L. Rustius, who was likely a prominent figure in Roman society at the time. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a real person, rather than a god or goddess, highlighting the importance of the individual in Roman culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-76) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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