Origin |
Roman Republic |
---|---|
Coin type |
AR Denarius |
Material |
Silver |
Weight |
3.82g |
Obverse (Front) |
Head of Roma, helmeted and facing right |
Reverse (Back) |
Luna or Diana Lucifera driving a biga (two-horse chariot), holding reins and a torch. |
NGC Grade |
Ch VF |
NGC Strike |
5/5 |
NGC Surface |
3/5 |
Comments |
N/A |
Decimius Flavus: AR Denarius, 150 BC, NGC Ch VF
$349.99
Decimius Flavus was a Roman moneyer active around 150 BC. This denarius features Roma, the personification of Rome, on the obverse, signifying the martial spirit and glory of Rome. The reverse depicts Luna or Diana Lucifera in a biga, symbolizing the divine guidance and protection over the Republic. The coin reflects the artistry and political messages conveyed through coinage in ancient Rome. The detailed depiction of Roma and the dynamic image of Diana Lucifera highlight the cultural and religious significance attributed to these deities.
Category: Roman Republic
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