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Denarius - Mark Antony M•ANTONIO•COS•III•IMP•IIII / ANTONIO AVG SCARPVS•IMP 31 BC
31 BC year| Silver | 3.36 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 |
| Year | 31 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.36 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#387140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing right, holding wreath tied with fillet in right hand and palm-branch over left shoulder with left hand. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANTONIO / AVG SCARPVS•IM / P
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 highlights his title of Imperator, or commander, reflecting his military victories and influence. The coin's design also includes the name of Antony's father, Antonius Scarpus, indicating the importance of family lineage in Roman culture.
