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Denarius - Mark Antony M·ANT·IMP III·VIR·R·P·C 40 BC
40 BC year| Silver | 3.60 g | 21 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 |
| Year | 40 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.60 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#377597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Caduceus between two cornucopia on globe. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M·ANT·IMP III·VIR·R·P·C
Comment
This rare Marc Antony type was unique because it was minted with only Antony's name, and not with a moneyer, co-ruler, or his commander (Cn. Domitius Ahenobarbus). This might be an early sign of the growing tensions between Octavian and himself and the breaking of the Second Triumvirate.Mass varies: 3.34–3.91 g;
Diameter varies: 19–21 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 in 40 BC, during Antony's third term as consul, and it shows him wearing a wreath, symbolizing his military victories. This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact, providing insight into the political and economic history of ancient Rome.
