© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius serratus T. Vettius Sabinus; T͡A SABINVS S•C / IVDEX T•VETTIVS 70 BC
70 BC year| Silver | 3.75 g | 19 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 | 3.75 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#391284 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Togate figure in biga, left, holding reins in right hand and magistrate's staff in left hand. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDEX T•VETTIVS
Edge
Serrated
Comment
Babelon Vettia 2.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius serratus coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts a jug and a lituus, a type of musical instrument. This design is believed to represent the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, Ceres, and may have been used to symbolize the prosperity and abundance of the Roman Republic.
