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Quadrigatus Anonymous; ROMA 215 BC - 212 BC
| Silver | 6.33 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 215 BC - 212 BC |
| Value | Quadrigatus (1) |
| Currency | Quadrigatus (circa 235-212 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.33 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#67083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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
Interesting fact
The Quadrigatus coin was used as a means of payment for Roman soldiers during the Second Punic War, which lasted from 218 to 201 BC. The coin's design features a quadriga, or a chariot pulled by four horses, on one side, and the goddess Roma on the other. The use of the quadriga on the coin was meant to symbolize the Roman army's speed and mobility.
