COIN (ROMAN)

A silver Roman Republican denarius dating to the period c. 150-120BC (Reece period 1). Uncertain reverse type depicting a Biga. A countermark of a "w" or a "m" appears next to the horse's head. Uncertain mint.

Ruler: Republic
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Obverse: Helmeted bust facing right
Obverse legend: Illegible
Reverse: Biga advancing right
Reverse legend: Illegible
Dated: -150.0 to -120.0
Weight (g): 3.55
Diameter (mm): 16.74
Completeness: Incomplete
Parish: Worth Matravers
District: Purbeck
County: Dorset
Region: South West
Discovery method: Metal detector