© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Mark Antony LEG XXII 32 BC - 31 BC
| Silver | 3.86 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 | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aquila between two standards. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG XXII
Unabridged legend: Legio XXII
Translation: Twenty-second legion
Comment
Mass varies: 2.97–4.00 g;Diameter varies: 16–20 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 death of Julius Caesar. The coin was minted during his reign as consul in 32 BC, and it is believed that the image of Antony on the coin was meant to promote his image as a powerful and influential leader.
