© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Denarius - Julius Caesar CAESAR; Trophy 48 BC - 47 BC
| Silver | 3.95 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Dictator | Julius Caesar (Caius Iulius Caesar) (49, 47, 46-44 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 48 BC - 47 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.95 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy with Gallic shield and carnyx; below, bearded captive seated with hands tied behind back. Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAE SAR
Translation: [Julius] Caesar
Comment
The number on obverse stands for Julius Caesar age at the time this coin was struck.Military mint moving with Caesar in Spain.
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 bold move, as it was seen as a way for Caesar to promote his own image and power, and it was not a common practice at the time. The coin's design also includes a trophy, which symbolizes Caesar's military victories.
