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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Quadrans - Anonymous S C; Jupiter
| Bronze | 3.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 81-161 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#259539 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle standing front on thunderbolt, head left.
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quadrans coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, while the other side features the letters "S C" which stand for "Senatus Consulto" or "by decree of the Senate". This indicates that the coin was issued by the Roman Senate and is a symbol of the power and authority of the Roman government.
