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Denarius - Mark Antony M•ANTO•COS•III•IMP•IIII / ANTONIO AVG SCARPVS•IMP 31 BC
31 BC year| Silver | 3.18 g | 19 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 | 31 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.18 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66592 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory standing right, holding wreath tied with fillet in right hand and palm-branch over left shoulder with left hand; before, inscription over two lines; behind, moneyer mark.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANTONIO AVG
SCARPVS•IMP
Unabridged legend: Antonius Augurus Scarpus Imperator
Translation: The Augur [Mark] Antony, Emperor [Lucius Pinarius] Scarpus
Edge
Gross
Comment
The last P of lettering SCARPVS IMP sometimes ends up in field between the lettering and the Victory.A variant is known with ANTONIO instead of ANTON on obverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Mark Antony, one of the most powerful Roman generals and politicians of the 1st century BC, who played a crucial role in the transformation of the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 31 BC, during Antony's third consulship, and it showcases his title "COS III IMP IIII," indicating his position as a consul for the third time and his authority as a commander-in-chief. The coin's design also includes the name "ANTONIO AVG SCARPVS•IMP," emphasizing Antony's connection to the powerful Roman general and statesman, Augustus. This coin serves as a testament to the political and military influence of Mark Antony during his time and offers a glimpse into the transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire.
