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Denarius Victory; ROMA 211 BC - 208 BC
| Silver | 4.39 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.39 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#385303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping, right; behind, mark (Victory); in exergue, inscription. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 3.175g-4.72gInteresting fact
The Denarius (Victory; ROMA) coin from the Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) features the goddess Victory (Victoria) on the obverse side, and the legend "ROMA" on the reverse side. This coin was minted during the reign of the Roman consul, Marcus Claudius Marcellus, in 211 BC - 208 BC. The Denarius was an important coin in ancient Rome, and it was widely used for trade and commerce. It was made of silver and weighed 4.39 grams. Interestingly, the Denarius was also used as a military payment for Roman soldiers during this time period.
