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Denarius serratus Postumia: Aulus Postumius Albinus; HISPAN / A•POST•A•F•S•N ALBIN 81 BC
81 BC year| Silver | 3.77 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 81 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.77 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Togate figure standing left, extending right hand towards legionary eagle before him with wings opened; behind, fasces with axe.
Moneyer mark counterclockwise starting at 8H ending in middle field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A•
POST•A•F
•S•N
ALBIN
Unabridged legend: Aulus Postumius Aulus Filius Spurius Nepos Albinus
Translation: Aulus Postumius Albinus, son of Aulus, nephew of Spurius
Edge
Serrated
Comment
Reverse lettering is not common as it should be read almost in spiral form, a bit like the shell of a snail.The gens Postumia was a patrician family, and as such always remained unadopted by any plebeian family. It was divided into several branches, the noblest of which, as recorded by name on Roman denarii, was the Albini.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts a Spanish horseman holding a shield and javelin, surrounded by the inscription "HISPAN" and "A•POST•A•F•S•N ALBIN" (Aulus Postumius Albinus, Hispania). This design was meant to commemorate the Roman victory over the Celtiberian tribes in Hispania (modern-day Spain) during the Second Punic War. The use of a Spanish horseman on a Roman coin was a rare occurrence, and it highlights the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Rome and the provinces it conquered.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-81) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius serratus (Postumia: Aulus Postumius Albinus; HISPAN / A•POST•A•F•S•N ALBIN) (81 BC) coin.
