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Denarius serratus Fufia: Quintus Fufius Calenus; HO VIRT KALENI / ITAL RO CORDI 70 BC
70 BC year| Silver | 3.38 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 70 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.38 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66688 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Italia on left and Roma on right, clasping hands around a cornucopiae; behind Italia, winged caduceus; Roma wearing diadem, holding spear in left hand and placing right foot on globe.
In left and right fields, inscription referring to the deities, with TAL in monogram.
Second moneyer mark in exergue
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ITAL
RO
CORDI
Translation:
Ital (Italia)
Ro (Roma)
Cordi ([Publius Mucius Scaevola] Cordus)
Edge
Serrated
Comment
The gens Fufia was a plebian family, but of consular rank.The gens Mucia was a plebeian family of Tuscan origin, with the branch of the Scaevolae also bearing the cognomen Cordus.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design element - a serrated edge. This was a deliberate design choice made by the mint to prevent counterfeiting and to make the coin more easily identifiable as authentic. The serrations also gave the coin a distinctive texture and feel, making it easier for people to recognize and handle. This feature, combined with the coin's silver content and historical significance, make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-70) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius serratus (Fufia: Quintus Fufius Calenus; HO VIRT KALENI / ITAL RO CORDI) (70 BC) coin.
