Denarius (Nonia: Marcus Nonius Sufenas; SVFENAS S•C / SEX•NONI PR•L•V•P•F) (59 BC) front Denarius (Nonia: Marcus Nonius Sufenas; SVFENAS S•C / SEX•NONI PR•L•V•P•F) (59 BC) back
Denarius (Nonia: Marcus Nonius Sufenas; SVFENAS S•C / SEX•NONI PR•L•V•P•F) (59 BC) photo
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Denarius Nonia: Marcus Nonius Sufenas; SVFENAS S•C / SEX•NONI PR•L•V•P•F 59 BC

59 BC year
Silver 3.76 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
59 BC
Value
Denarius (1)
Currency
Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.76 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#67103
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Roma seated left on pile of armour, holding sceptre in right hand and sword in left hand; behind, winged Victory holding palm-branch in left hand and crowning Roma with right hand; around and in exergue, inscriptions.
Border of dots.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SEX•NONI
PR•L•V•P•F

Unabridged legend: Sextus Nonius Praetor Ludos Victoriae Primus Fecit

Translation: Sextus Nonius Praetor, Initiator of the Victory Games

Edge

Plain

Comment

The gens Nonia was a plebeian family, but of consular rank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design, with the portrait of Marcus Nonius Sufenas on one side and a shield and spear on the other. This design was meant to commemorate Sufenas' military victories and his position as a prominent Roman general. The coin's design and inscriptions provide valuable insight into the political and military history of the Roman Republic during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
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