RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, probably of Caius Coelius Caldus< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, probably of Caius Coelius CaldusThis silver coin was minted in Rome, probably by Caius Coelius Caldus, in 104 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the obverse of the coin. The reverse depict Victory driving a vehicle called a biga. Above is the mint control-mark, the letter G with a dot to the left. Below is the inscription, 'C.COIL CALD' on two lines, an abbreviation of the moneyer's name. Caius Coelius Caldus was a tribune of the Plebs, the citizens of the masses (as opposed to the patricians or nobles). Later, in 94 BC he was elected consul, the first member of his family to obtain the highest political post. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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