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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius Porcia: Marcus Porcius Cato; ROMA M•CATO / VICTRIX 89 BC
89 BC year| Silver | 3.87 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 89 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.87 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#65678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Victoria seated right, wings behind, holding patera in right hand and palm in left hand.
Inscription in exergue with TR in monogram; sometimes ST below seat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTRIX
Translation: Victor
Edge
Plain
Comment
The gens Porcia was a plebeian moneyer.Interesting fact
The Denarius coin features an image of Victory (Victrix) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the late Republic period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance over its territories. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power can be traced back to the early days of the Roman Republic, when the goddess Victory was believed to have appeared to the Roman army during a crucial battle, leading them to victory. This coin, in particular, was issued during the reign of Marcus Porcius Cato, a prominent Roman statesman and military leader, which adds to its historical significance.
