© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Quadrans C. Cluvius Saxula; ROMA 169 BC - 158 BC
| Bronze | 5.89 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 169 BC - 158 BC |
| Value | Quadrans (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.89 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#394242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right; denominational mark before; above, C·SAX ligate.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C·SA͡X
ROMA
Translation:
Cluvius Saxula
Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 4.87g-8.23g.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quadrans coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts a dolphin jumping out of the water, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Republic's naval power and its ability to conquer the seas.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (169 BC - 158 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Quadrans (C. Cluvius Saxula; ROMA) (169 BC - 158 BC) coin.
