Quinarius (Nauheimer Type) front Quinarius (Nauheimer Type) back
Quinarius (Nauheimer Type) photo
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Quinarius Nauheimer Type

 
Silver 1.24 g -
Description
Issuer
Vangiones (Central and Eastern Europe (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
1 Quinarius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.24 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#211707
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Birdman standing, facing left, carrying torque.

Interesting fact

The Quinarius was a popular denomination in ancient Rome and was widely used for trade and commerce. It was equivalent to one-fifth of a Roman silver denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The Quinarius was also used as a standardized unit of weight, with each coin weighing approximately 1.24 grams, as . This standardization made it easier for merchants and traders to conduct transactions and keep track of their finances.