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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius Vibia: Gaius Vibius Pansa Caetronianus; C•PANSA / ALBINVS•BRVTI•F 48 BC
48 BC year| Silver | 3.75 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 48 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.75 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two hands clasped around winged caduceus; below, second moneyer mark.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALBINVS•BRVTI•F
Unabridged legend: Albinus Brutus Filius
Translation: [Decimus Junius Brutus] Albinus, son of Brutus
Edge
Plain
Comment
The gens Vibia was a plebian family.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a woman on one side, which is believed to be a representation of the goddess Venus. This is notable because it was unusual for coins of that time period to feature a female figure, and it suggests that the Roman Republic was beginning to recognize the importance of women in their society. Additionally, the coin's design also includes an image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Rome.
