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Denarius Marcia: Q. Marcius Philippus; Q·PILIPVS ROMA 129 BC
129 BC year| Silver | 3.89 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 129 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.89 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384317 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Horseman galloping right, wearing crested helmet, holding reins in left hand and spear in right hand. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Q·PILIPVS
ROMA
Unabridged legend: Quintus Marcius Philippus
Comment
The coin bears the name of Quintus Marcius Philippus who was the triumvir monetalis at the time of its mintage. The “X” with a bar on the obverse was used between 136 BC and 124 BC to indicate the value of the coin set at 16 asses instead of the denarii valued at 10 asses before 141 BC.Mass varies: 2.74–4.04 g;
Diameter varies: 16–19 mm;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Q. Marcius Philippus, a Roman consul and military leader, on one side, and a depiction of Roma, the personification of Rome, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military change in Rome, as the Republic was expanding its territories and facing challenges from external threats. The coin's design reflects the importance of military leadership and the power of the Roman state during this period.
