© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denarius Star 1; ROMA 206 BC - 195 BC
| Silver | 4.08 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 206 BC - 195 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.08 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#392310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping right; below symbol of Republican Moneyer Star 1. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius (Star 1; ROMA) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Roma on the obverse (front side), which was a common design element on Roman coins during this time period. The image of Roma was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Roman state, and it was often depicted holding a spear and a shield, as seen on this coin.
