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Denarius - Q. Salvidienus Rufus C•CAESAR•III•VIR•R•P•C 40 BC
40 BC year| Silver | 3.92 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 40 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Thunderbolt. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: Q•SALVIVS•IMP•COS•DESIG
Comment
Babelon Julia 92 and Salvia 1.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare portrait of Q. Salvidienus Rufus, a Roman general and politician, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts a triumphant Caesar, highlighting the political and military achievements of the Roman Republic during that time.
