Triens (C. Cluvius Saxula; ROMA) (169 BC - 158 BC) front Triens (C. Cluvius Saxula; ROMA) (169 BC - 158 BC) back
Triens (C. Cluvius Saxula; ROMA) (169 BC - 158 BC) photo
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Triens C. Cluvius Saxula; ROMA 169 BC - 158 BC

 
Bronze 7.05 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
169 BC - 158 BC
Value
Triens (1⁄30)
Currency
Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.05 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#394240
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Prow, right; denominational mark before.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
C·SA͡X
ROMA

Translation:
Cluvius Saxula
Rome

Comment

Mass varies: 6.19–10.38 g.

Interesting fact

The Triens coin was used during a time of significant economic and political change in Rome, with the Roman Republic transitioning from a primarily agricultural society to a more urbanized and commercialized society. The coin's design, featuring the image of a dolphin and a trident, symbolized Rome's growing influence in the Mediterranean and its increasing involvement in trade and commerce.