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Stater Quinctia: Titus Quinctius Flamininus; T·QVINCTI 196 BC
196 BC year| Gold | 8.48 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 196 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater (25) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.48 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#310917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing left, holding wreath in right extended hand and palm with left hand; on left, inscription downwards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: T·QVINCTI
Comment
Probably struck somewhere in Greece.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Roman consul, Titus Quinctius Flamininus, on one side, and a depiction of a goddess, likely Juno or Venus, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change in Rome, as the Republic was transitioning from a system of patrician dominance to one of greater plebeian power. Additionally, the coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
