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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius Anonymous; ROMA 211 BC - 210 BC
| Silver | 1.91 g | 15.2 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 210 BC |
| Value | Quinarius (½) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.91 g |
| Diameter | 15.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#386043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping, right; below, mark (corn-ear); in linear frame, inscription. Line border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 1.8g-2.35gMinted in Sicily
Interesting fact
The Quinarius was the first Roman coin to feature the image of a deity, with the goddess Roma depicted on the obverse (front side) of the coin. This was a significant departure from earlier Roman coins, which had featured images of animals or abstract symbols. The inclusion of a deity on the Quinarius coin reflects the growing influence of religion in Roman society during this time period.
