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Denarius - Sextus Pompeius PRÆF•CLAS•ET•ORÆ•MARIT•EX•S•C; Scylla 42 BC - 40 BC
| Silver | 3.84 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 42 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.84 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marine monster, Scylla, wielding rudder with both hands; around, inscription.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRÆF•CLAS•ET•ORÆ•MARIT•EX•S•C
Unabridged legend: Praefectus Classis Et Orae Maritimae Ex Senatus Consulto
Translation: Prefect of the Fleet and the Maritime Coast by Decree of the Senate
Edge
Gross
Comment
Sicily mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Scylla, a mythological sea monster, on its reverse side. Scylla was a beautiful nymph who was transformed into a monster by the goddess Circe in Greek mythology. The depiction of Scylla on this coin is a rare representation of a mythological creature on Roman currency and highlights the cultural exchange and influence of Greek mythology on Roman art and culture during that time.
