© Fidji
© Fidji
Quinarius - Ptolemy Caesarea; crescent between two cornucopia 31 BC
31 BC year| Silver | 1.91 g | 14.33 mm |
| Issuer | Mauretania |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy (24-40) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 31 BC |
| Value | 1 Quinarius (½) |
| Currency | Denarius (25BC-40AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.91 g |
| Diameter | 14.33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#293989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A crescent between two facing cornucopia, date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: R A VIII
Translation: 8th reigning year
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin , which features Ptolemy (Caesarea; crescent between two cornucopia) and was minted in 31 BC in Mauretania, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. In fact, it's listed as one of the rarest and most valuable coins in the Roman Empire, with only a few examples known to exist. Its value is estimated to be in the range of tens of thousands of dollars, making it a true treasure for coin collectors and historians.
