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Denarius Servilia: Gaius Servilius; FLORAL•PRIMVS / C•SERVEIL C•F 57 BC
57 BC year| Silver | 3.64 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 57 BC |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.64 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Two helmeted soldiers facing each other, presenting swords (sometimes crossed) with right hands and holding shields with left hands.
Moneyer mark in exergue and right field.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C•SERVEIL
C•F
Unabridged legend: Gaius Servilius Gaius Filius
Translation: Gaius Servilius, son of Gaius
Edge
Plain
Comment
The gens Servilia, or Serveilia, was an Alban family, transferred to Rome, after the destruction of Alba, by king Tullus, and elected into the patrician order. It became divided into many branches.
CRR#890a with crossed swords
@British Museum
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a Roman deity or mythological figure, it shows a stylized floral pattern, which is believed to be a symbol of the Servilii family, to whom the coin's mintmaster, Gaius Servilius, belonged. This design is known as the "Floral Primus" and is considered a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
