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Quadrigatus Anonymous; ROMA 213 BC - 211 BC
| Silver (debased) | 6.44 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 213 BC - 211 BC |
| Value | Quadrigatus (1) |
| Currency | Quadrigatus (circa 235-212 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (debased) |
| Weight | 6.44 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#67084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Jupiter in quadriga galloping right, driven by winged Victory; Jupiter holding sceptre in left hand and hurling thunderbolt with right hand; below, inscription in relief within linear frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Comment
This coin is identical to the Quadrigatus RCV#33 except its debased composition resulting in either a lower weight (around 5 grams instead of 6.5 grams) or a similar weight but an alloy with a lower content of silver.Interesting fact
The Quadrigatus coin was used during a time of economic reform in ancient Rome, when the government was trying to address issues of inflation and debasement of the currency. The coin's design, which features a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on one side and the Roman goddess Roma on the other, was meant to symbolize the power and prosperity of the Roman Republic. Despite its debased silver content, the Quadrigatus coin remained a popular and widely used denomination during its time.
