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Quadrans GALVS MESSALLA A A A F F S C
| Issuer | Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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| Year | 5 BC |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Obverse description | Central device depicts a modius (grain measure) or altar rendered in relief, shown in three-quarter perspective within the field. The design is relatively flat and stylized, consistent with the modest artistic standard of Augustan bronze coinage of this denomination. A circular legend surrounds the central device, naming the moneyers Apronius and Sisenna in their capacity as triumviri monetales. The flan is irregular in shape and struck on a compact, thick planchet typical of Augustan quadrantes. |
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| Obverse lettering | APRONIVS SISENNA IIIVIR (Translation: Apronius, Sisenna, Triumviri. Apronius and Sisenna, moneyers (Triumvir monetalis).) |
| Reverse description | The reverse features the large senatorial abbreviation S C (Senatus Consultum) prominently displayed in the central field, indicating the coin was issued by authority of the Roman Senate. The letters are broad and boldly rendered, occupying the majority of the flan. A circular legend surrounding the central device names the other two moneyers, Galus and Messalla, along with the formula A A A F F denoting their responsibility for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coinage. The overall style is characteristic of the Augustan mint workshops circa 5 BC. |
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