© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius M. Valerius Messalla; MESSA͡L•F / PAT͡RE•COS S C 53 BC
53 BC year| Silver | 3.88 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 53 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.88 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#390454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Curule chair. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAT͡RE•COS S C
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin , which was minted in 53 BC during the Roman Republic, features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas on its reverse side. This image was a symbol of freedom and was often used on coins during this time period to promote the idea of Roman liberty.
