Quadrans SISENNA MESALLA A A A F F S C 5 BC
5 BC year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SISENNA MESALLA A A A F F
S C
Unabridged legend:
Sisenna, Mesalla, Auro, Argento, Aere Flando Feriundo.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Sisenna, Mesalla, Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Sisenna and Mesalla, for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin is interesting because it features a unique design element - a small dolphin visible on the reverse side of the coin, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Roman culture.
