© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denarius SICILIA; Carthage and Medusa
68 year| Silver | 3.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Carthage (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Lucius Clodius Macer (68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 68 |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.26 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#248143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large head of Medusa on triskelis; ears of corn between the legs.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SICILIA
Translation: Sicily.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin features the image of Medusa on one side, which is a unique feature among Roman coins. Medusa is a creature from Greek mythology, known for her venomous snakes for hair and her ability to turn people to stone with a single glance. It's interesting to note that the Roman Empire had a fascination with Greek mythology and often incorporated elements of it into their art and architecture. The inclusion of Medusa on this coin may have been a way to symbolize the power and influence of the Roman Empire, as well as its connection to Greek culture.
