© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius Postumia: Caius Postumius; C POSTVMI TA 74 BC
74 BC year| Silver (.950) | 3.95 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 74 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 3.95 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#165074 |
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| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Hound running right, horizontal spear below.
Moneyer mark in exergue with TA in monogram.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C POSTVMI
TA
Unabridged legend: Caius Postumius Tatius
Translation: Caius Postumius Tatius
Comment
A debate exists regarding reverse monogram: TA or AT.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Caius Postumius, the Roman consul who minted it, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts a triumphant Roman warrior holding a trophy and a shield, symbolizing the Roman Republic's military victories.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-74) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius (Postumia: Caius Postumius; C POSTVMI TA) (74 BC) coin.
