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Denarius SIGNA P R; Mars
| Silver | 3.5 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aquila between two standards; altar to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIGNA P R
Translation:
Signa Populi Romani.
Standards of the Roman people.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was used to pay Roman soldiers, and its value was equivalent to a day's wage for a common soldier. This coin was also used to pay taxes and was a widely accepted form of currency throughout the Roman Empire.
