© British Museum
© British Museum
Triens Victory; ROMA 211 BC - 208 BC
| Bronze | 12.04 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Triens (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.04 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#385333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right; above, mark (Victory) and inscription; below, denominational mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
●●●●
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 6.4g-15.77gInteresting fact
The Triens coin features the image of Victory (Victoria) on one side and the abbreviation "ROMA" on the other, signifying the Roman Republic.
