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© Trustees of the British Museum
Denarius Terentius Varro; V͡A͡R ROMA 206 BC - 200 BC
| Silver | 3.87 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 206 BC - 200 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.87 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#435325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping, right. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: V͡A͡R ROMA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius coin is that it features a portrait of Terentius Varro, a Roman statesman and military leader, on one side, and the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military change in Rome, as the Republic was expanding its territories and facing challenges from neighboring powers. The coin's design reflects the importance of Roman leadership and the goddess Roma, who was seen as a symbol of the city's power and influence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (206 BC - 200 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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