© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Quadrigatus Anonymous; ROMA 225 BC - 214 BC
| Silver | 6.74 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 225 BC - 214 BC |
| Value | Quadrigatus (1) |
| Currency | Quadrigatus (circa 235-212 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.74 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#195697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter, hurling thunderbolt and holding sceptre, in quadriga right driven by Victory; ROMA raised on outlined tablet in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Comment
This copy has the particularity of having the exergue legend in relief, set in a linear frame, a much rarer variety.Roman coins, Laurent Schmit, Michel Prieur.
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 Roman goddess Roma on the other. The use of this coin as a form of payment for soldiers highlights the importance of the Roman military during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (225 BC - 214 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Quadrigatus (Anonymous; ROMA) (225 BC - 214 BC) coin.
