© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans - Anonymous S C; Roma and Aequitas
| Bronze | 2.6 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#259546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.39–2.73 g;Diameter varies: 14.5–15 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin was used during the Roman Empire and had an interesting design. On one side, it featured the goddess Roma, who was the personification of the city of Rome, while on the other side, it featured the goddess Aequitas, who was the personification of justice. This design was meant to symbolize the idea that justice was an important aspect of the Roman Empire.
