© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans IIIVIR A A A F F S C 8 BC
8 BC year| Bronze | 3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 8 BC |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247904 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Unabridged legend:
Triumviri Auro, Argento, Aere Flando Feriundo.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Magistrate (Triumvir monetalis) casting and striking gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.439–3.33 g;Diameter varies: 16–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin from Rome, minted in 8 BC, features an interesting fact. Despite being made of bronze and weighing only 3 grams, it was valued at one-fourth of a Roman denarius, which was the standard silver coin during that time. This shows that even small, seemingly insignificant coins can hold significant value and play an important role in an empire's economy.
