Summary
Quadrans struck in the period 5 January 42 AD to 31 December 42 AD, Ancient Roman Empire. Minted by Rome. The use of the modius on the obverse of this issue is thought to relate to distribution of corn to the citizens.
Obverse Description
A three-legged modius; around, TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG
Reverse Description
At centre, S . C; around, PON M TR P IMP P P COS II
Edge Description
Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
42 AD
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Issued By
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Mint
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Denomination
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Material
Bronze
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Axis
07
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Classification
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Type of item
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Dimensions
17 mm (Outside Diameter), 2.378 g (Weight)
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Shape
Off round
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References
RIC.90 (1984 edition) (RIC.72 1923 edition)
[Book] Sutherland, C.H.V. 1984. The Roman Imperial Coinage. I., 118, 126 Pages
[Catalogue] Pullin, Ruth. 2011. Nature Revealed: Eugene von Guerard.
