COIN (ROMAN)

A silver Roman Republican denarius of Julius Caesar, dating to the period c.48-47 BC (Reece period 1). CAESAR reverse type depicting a trophy with Gallic shield and carnyx. Mint of Rome. As RRC no. 452/2



Weight: 3.19g, somewhat worn.

Ruler: Republic
Moneyer: Iulius Caesar, C.
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Rome
Obverse: Female head right, wearing oak-wreath and diadem. Border of dots.
Obverse legend: LII
Reverse: Trophy with Gallic shield and carnyx; on right, axe, below, inscription. Border of dots.
Reverse legend: CAE SAR
Dated: -48.0 to -47.0
Weight (g): 3.19
Completeness: Complete
Parish: Usk
District: Monmouthshire
County: Monmouthshire
Region: Wales
Discovery method: Metal detector
RRC reference: rrc-452.2