RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Cnaeus Blasio Cnaus filius< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Cnaeus Blasio Cnaus filiusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Cnaeus Blasio, son of Cnaeus, in either 112 or 111 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the reverse of the coin. The reverse depicts Jupiter, the father of the gods, holding a sceptre and thunderbolt. On his left, his wife, Juno, goddess of women and childbirth, holds a sceptre. On his right, Minerva, goddess of wisdom and war, crowns him with a wreath. The Romans worshipped a family of Roman gods and goddesses, all related to Jupiter. He is often portrayed with an eagle, here at the bottom splitting the word 'ROMA' (Rome). The statues of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva were in the temple of Jupiter in Rome. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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