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Denarius - Mark Antony M•ANTON•IMP R•P•C / CAESAR•DIC 43 BC
43 BC year| Silver | 3.57 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 | 43 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.57 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Laureate head of Julius Caesar right; behind, jug; on right, inscription.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAESAR•DIC
Unabridged legend: Caesar Dictator
Translation: Caesar Dictator (Dictator [Julius] Caesar)
Edge
Gross
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 later one of the triumvirs who ruled Rome after the assassination of Julius Caesar. The coin was minted in 43 BC, during Antony's reign as consul, and it highlights his title "Imperator" (commander) and "Caesar" (dictator), reflecting his growing power and influence in Roman politics.
