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Denarius Lucretia: Gneius Lucretius Trio; TRIO / CN•LVCR ROMA 136 BC
136 BC year| Silver | 3.94 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 136 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.94 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
The dioscuri, Castor and Pollux, on horseback galloping right, cloak floating behind, each holding horizontal lance.
Part of moneyer mark in field under the horses.
ROMA in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CN•LVCR
ROMA
Translation: Gneius Lucretius
Comment
The gens Lucretia was a prominent family of the Roman Republic; originally patrician, the gens later included a number of plebeian families. The Lucretii were one of the most ancient gentes, and the wife of Numa Pompilius, the second King of Rome, was named Lucretia. The first of the Lucretii to obtain the consulship was Spurius Lucretius Tricipitinus in 509 BC, the first year of the Republic.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Lucretia, a legendary Roman heroine, was minted during the Roman Republic and is considered one of the most iconic coins of ancient Rome. Its design has been interpreted in various ways, but one theory is that it represents the contrast between the virtuous and moral life of Lucretia, who took her own life to avoid dishonor, and the corrupt and decadent Roman society of the time. Despite being minted over 2,000 years ago, this coin remains a powerful symbol of Roman history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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| ND (-136) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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