Didrachm (Anonymous; ROMANO) (265 BC - 241 BC) front Didrachm (Anonymous; ROMANO) (265 BC - 241 BC) back
Didrachm (Anonymous; ROMANO) (265 BC - 241 BC) photo
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Didrachm Anonymous; ROMANO 265 BC - 241 BC

 
Silver 6.62 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
265 BC - 241 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Drachm (?-235 BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.62 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#67097
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Winged Victory standing right, attaching wreath to long palm-branch; letter in right field.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROMANO
T

Interesting fact

The Didrachm coin was used as a means of payment for Roman soldiers during the Punic Wars, specifically during the Second Punic War (218-201 BC). It was an important coin for the Roman army, as it was used to pay soldiers their wages and was also used for other military expenses. The coin's design featured the image of a Roman warrior, which symbolized the Roman military's strength and power.