© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
Denarius - Mark Antony M•ANTONIVS•M•F•M•N•AVGVR•IMP•TERT / III•VIR•R•P•C•COS•DESIG•ITER•ET•TERT 38 BC
38 BC year| Silver | 3.78 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 | 38 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.78 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Radiate head of Sol right; around, inscription.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: III•VIR•R•P•C•COS•DESIG•ITER•ET•TERT
Unabridged legend: Triumviri Rei Publicæ Constituendæ Consul Designatus Iterum Tertium
Translation: Triumvirate for the Restoration of the Government, Named Consul for the Third time
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 one of the triumvirs who ruled Rome after the assassination of Julius Caesar. The coin was minted in 38 BC, during Antony's reign as consul, and it showcases his image on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing Antony's military victories. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the political and cultural landscape of ancient Rome during the late Republic period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-38) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Mark Antony (M•ANTONIVS•M•F•M•N•AVGVR•IMP•TERT / III•VIR•R•P•C•COS•DESIG•ITER•ET•TERT) (38 BC) coin.
