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Denarius ROMA VICTRIX; Salus and Roma
| Silver | 3.68 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.68 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma standing left, right foot on globe, holding branch in right hand and vertical spear in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA VICTRIX
Translation:
Roma Victrix.
Victorious Rome.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was used to pay soldiers and civil servants during the Roman Empire, and it remained a standard coin for over 400 years, indicating its importance in the Roman economy.
