COIN (ROMAN)

A silver Roman Republican denarius of the moneyer L. Mussidius Longus, dating to 42 BC (Reece Period 1), Bust of Victory / Victory in biga. Mint of Rome. RRC p. 508, no. 494/40. This comes from quite a small issue with around 30 obverse and 33 reverse dies recorded.

Ruler: Republic
Moneyer: Mussidius Longus, L.
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Rome
Obverse: Draped bust of Victory right.
Reverse: Victory in biga right holding reins in both hands
Reverse legend: : L. MVSSIDIVS LONGVS
Dated: -42.0 to 
Weight (g): 3.6
Diameter (mm): 19.0
Completeness: Complete
Preservation: Good
Parish: Restricted Access
District: West Lindsey
County: Lincolnshire
Region: East Midlands
Place known as: Kirton in Lindsey
Discovery method: Metal detector
RRC reference: rrc-494.40