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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius S P Q R; Libertas
| Silver | 3.4 g | 19 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend inscribed on shield within oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R
Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanus
Translation: The senate and the Roman people
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius (S P Q R; Libertas) coin from Rome is that it features the goddess Libertas, who was a symbol of freedom and liberty in ancient Rome. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, who ruled from 69-79 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. Despite its small size, the coin was made of silver, which gave it a significant value and made it a popular form of currency at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (68-69) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius (S P Q R; Libertas) (68-69) coin.
