Denarius - Julius Caesar (CAESAR; Trophy) (46 BC - 45 BC) front Denarius - Julius Caesar (CAESAR; Trophy) (46 BC - 45 BC) back
Denarius - Julius Caesar (CAESAR; Trophy) (46 BC - 45 BC) photo
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Denarius - Julius Caesar CAESAR; Trophy 46 BC - 45 BC

 
Silver 3.95 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
46 BC - 45 BC
Value
Denarius (1)
Currency
Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.95 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#66974
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Trophy with oval shield and carnyx in each hand; on left, seated female captive resting head in right hand; on right, bearded captive seated with hands tied behind back; in exergue, inscription.
Border of dots.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAESAR

Translation: [Julius] Caesar

Edge

Gross

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Julius Caesar, who was the first Roman general to be depicted on a coin while still alive. This was a significant departure from the traditional Roman practice of featuring gods and goddesses on coins, and it marked a shift towards the cult of personality that would characterize the Roman Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (46 BC - 45 BC)  - - - - - -

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