Triens C. Aurunculeius; ROMA 209 BC
209 BC year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | C. Aurunculeius |
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 209 BC |
| Value | Triens (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#385499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right. Below, denominational mark. Mark (monogram of AVR)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
AVR
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Unabridged legend:
ROMA
C. Aurunculeius
Comment
Aurunculeius was praetor in 209 BC in Sardinina and propraetor in 208. His coins are marked with the monogram AVR.Interesting fact
The Triens coin was the first Roman coin to feature the image of a human, specifically the goddess Roma, on its obverse (front side). This was a significant departure from the traditional Roman coinage that featured only abstract symbols and animals. The inclusion of a human image on the coin signified the growing importance of humanism and individualism in Roman culture during the late Republic period.
