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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius Cornelia: Gneius Cornelius Lentulus; CN LENT 88 BC
88 BC year| Silver | 1.98 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 88 BC |
| Value | Quinarius (½) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.98 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#33083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Victory standing right, crowning a trophy.
Moneyer mark in exergue; sometimes NT in monogram.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CN • LENT
Unabridged legend: Cnæus Lentulus
Translation: Gneius [Cornelius] Lentulus
Edge
Plain
Comment
The gens Cornelia was one of the most distinguished Roman gentes, and produced a greater number of illustrious men than any other house at Rome. Servius Cornelius Cossus Maluginensis was first to achieve the consulship in 485 BC. The gens was a major contributor to the highest offices of the Republic, and contested for consulships with the Fabii and the Valerii from the 3rd century BC. Over thirty percent of all consulships were held by men from Cornelii; several great commanders also came from this family.Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Cornelia Cornelius Lentulus (88 BC) is interesting because it highlights the importance of Roman women in society during the Roman Republic. Cornelia was a respected and influential woman who was known for her intelligence, virtue, and family connections. Her portrait on the coin signifies her status and role in Roman society, and it is a rare example of a woman being featured on a Roman coin during this time period.
