Denarius - Julius Caesar (CAESAR; Aeneas) (47 BC - 46 BC) front Denarius - Julius Caesar (CAESAR; Aeneas) (47 BC - 46 BC) back
Denarius - Julius Caesar (CAESAR; Aeneas) (47 BC - 46 BC) photo
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Denarius - Julius Caesar CAESAR; Aeneas 47 BC - 46 BC

 
Silver (.950) 3.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
47 BC - 46 BC
Value
Denarius (1)
Currency
Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC)
Composition
Silver (.950)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#61673
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Aeneas walking left, carrying Anchises on left shoulder and Palladium in right hand; on right, inscription downwards.
Border of dots.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAESAR

Translation: [Julius] Caesar

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Julius Caesar, who was not only a prominent Roman general and statesman but also a notable figure in Roman mythology. The coin's design includes a depiction of Caesar's ancestor, Aeneas, who according to legend, was a Trojan prince who fled to Italy and became the ancestor of the Roman people. This highlights the significance of Caesar's family lineage and his connection to the founding myths of Rome.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (47 BC - 46 BC)  - - - - - -

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