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Denarius SIGNA P R; Vulcan
| Silver | 3.3 g | 19 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248499 |
|---|---|
| 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 (SIGNA P R; Vulcan) (68-69) coin from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Silver weighing 3.3 g features the god Vulcan on the reverse, which is an interesting fact about this coin. Vulcan, the god of fire and volcanoes, was an important deity in ancient Roman religion and mythology, and his appearance on the coin highlights the significance of his worship during that time period.
