© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans GALVS SISENNA A A A F F S C 5 BC
5 BC year| Bronze | 2.6 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 5 BC |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GALVS SISENNA A A A F F
S C
Unabridged legend:
Galus, Sisenna, Auro, Argento, Aere Flando Feriundo.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Galus, Sisenna, Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Galus and Sisenna for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.2–3.1 g;Diameter varies: 15–18 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin was used during the Roman Empire and had a unique design that featured the image of a dolphin on one side and the letters "S C" on the other. The dolphin was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Rome, and it was believed to bring protection to the holder of the coin. Additionally, the letters "S C" stood for "Senatus Consulto," which translates to "by decree of the Senate," indicating that the coin was issued by the Roman Senate.
