COIN (ROMAN)

A silver Roman Republican denarius in the name Julius Caesar dating to the period 49-48 BC (Reece Period 1). CAESAR reverse type depicting an Elephant right, legend in exergue. Travelling mint moving with Caesar. As RRC, p. 461, no. 443/1.

Ruler: Republic
Moneyer: Iulius Caesar, C.
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Moving with Republican issuer
Obverse: Pontificial implements (culullus, aspergillum, axe, and apex)
Reverse: Elephant right, trampling on dragon, legend in exergue
Reverse legend: CAESAR
Dated: -49.0 to -48.0
Weight (g): 3.34
Diameter (mm): 17.0
Completeness: Complete
Parish: Restricted Access
District: Cheshire East
County: Cheshire East
Region: North West
Place known as: Wheelock
Discovery method: Metal detector
RRC reference: rrc-443.1
Notes: 
Recorded remotely, details and images kindly provided by the finder.