Quinarius (H; ROMA) (211 BC - 210 BC) front Quinarius (H; ROMA) (211 BC - 210 BC) back
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Quinarius H; ROMA 211 BC - 210 BC

 
Silver 2.27 g 15 mm
Description
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
2.27 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#67093
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The dioscuri, Castor and Pollux, galloping right on horses; cloak floating behind.
ROMA in exergue; republican moneyer mark in field.
Line border.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
H
ROMA

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 typically 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.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (211 BC - 210 BC)  - - - - - -

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