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Denarius Marcia: Manius Marcius; M MAR C ROMA 134 BC
134 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 | 134 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 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#66679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Victory in biga galloping right, holding reins in left hand and whip in right hand.
ROMA and moneyer mark below horses with MAR in monogram; both divided by two corn-ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M MAR C
ROMA
Translation: Manius Marcius
Comment
The gens Marcia was a family originally patrician, but afterwards plebeian.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts a triumphant Roman general, Manius Marcius, riding a chariot and holding a laurel wreath. This design was meant to commemorate Marcius' victory over the Celtiberians in Spain. It's interesting to note that the coin's design was created during a time when Rome was still a republic, and it reflects the importance of military victories in Roman culture.
