COIN (ROMAN)

A silver Republican denarius, possibly a copy, issued by Julius Caesar in 49 to 48 BC (Reece period 1). CAESAR reverse type depicting elephant right, trampling dragon. Travelling Mint. RRC p. 461, no. 443.

Ruler: Republic
Moneyer: Iulius Caesar, C.
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Moving with Republican issuer
Obverse: Pontifical implements
Reverse: Elephant right, trampling dragon
Reverse legend: [CAESAR]
Dated: -49.0 to -48.0
Weight (g): 3.47
Diameter (mm): 17.32
Completeness: Incomplete
Parish: Edgware
District: Barnet
County: Greater London Authority
Region: London
Discovery method: Metal detector
RRC reference: rrc-443.1