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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Quinarius Manching Type Group A 125 BC - 75 BC
| Silver | 1.75 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Vindelici of Germania |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 75 BC |
| Value | Quinarius (0.5) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#191806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse to left, pellet within open torque above.
Comment
Cf. Kellner, Manching pl. 24, 598 var.;Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (1.75g, 13mm; Very Fine) - In main image:
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #17;
◦ Exhibited by the Staatlichen Münzsammlung München at the 1997 International Numismatic Congress in Berlin; at the Berliner Bank also in 1997; also exhibited at the Luitpoldblock Palmengarten, Munich in 2003 (exhibition #10[obverse]);
Found at Manching (Kreis Ingolstadt).
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 9. Sold for 110 GBP.
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin from Vindelici of Germania, made of silver and weighing 1.75g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the Roman Republic, specifically during the time of the Roman consulship of Gnaeus Manlius Vulso and Gaius Marius in 125 BC. It was also used in trade and commerce, and its design and minting process were overseen by Roman authorities to ensure its authenticity and value. Despite its small size and relatively low value compared to other coins, the Quinarius played an important role in the Roman economy and is now a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
