© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denarius - Mark Antony LEG IIII 32 BC - 31 BC
| Silver | 3.77 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Triumvir | Mark Antony (Marcus Antonius) (43 BC - 32 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 32 BC - 31 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.77 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#375728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Aquila between two standards. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG IIII
Comment
Mass varies: 2.64–3.77 g;Diameter varies: 16–19 mm;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Mark Antony, who was a prominent Roman general and politician, and one of the triumvirs who ruled Rome after the assassination of Julius Caesar. The coin was minted during his reign as consul in 32 BC, and it is believed that the coin was used to promote his image and legitimacy as a leader. The coin's design also includes the inscription "LEG IIII," which stands for "Legio IIII Macedonica," a reference to the Fourth Macedonian Legion, which Antony commanded during his campaigns in Egypt.
