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Denarius - Scipio Q•METELL SCIPIO•IMP / EPPIVS LEG•F•C 47 BC - 46 BC
| Silver (.950) | 3.93 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 47 BC - 46 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 3.93 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Hercules nude, standing facing, with right hand on hip and resting left arm on club draped with lion's skin and resting on rock; to right and left, inscriptions.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EPPIVS
LEG•F•C
Unabridged legend: Eppius Legatus Fisci Castrensis
Translation: Eppius, Legate of the Treasury of the camps
Edge
Gross
Comment
Obverse head is known to have many size variations across coins of this type.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Scipio coin is that it features a portrait of Quintus Metellus Scipio, a prominent Roman general and statesman, on one side, and an image of a legionary eagle on the other. This coin was minted during Scipio's consulship in 47 BC, and it is believed that the eagle symbolizes his military victories and leadership.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (47 BC - 46 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Scipio (Q•METELL SCIPIO•IMP / EPPIVS LEG•F•C) (47 BC - 46 BC) coin.
