© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Triens Star 2; ROMA 169 BC - 158 BC
| Bronze | 4.97 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 4.97 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#394341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right; denominational mark below and moneyer symbol star before.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Mass varies: 4.97–7.41 g.
Interesting fact
The Triens coin was used during a time of significant economic and political change in ancient Rome. It was introduced during the reign of King Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, who ruled from 616 to 578 BC, and it remained in circulation until the late Roman Republic period, around 158 BC. Despite its small denomination, the Triens was an important coin in the Roman economy, as it was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of Roman power and influence.
