RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius serratus, of Caius Mamilius Limetanus Caii filius< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius serratus, of Caius Mamilius Limetanus Caii filiusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Mamilius Limetanus, son of Caius, in 82 BC. It is a type of coin known as a denarius serratus due to its serrated edge. This picture shows the reverse. The reverse depicts the hero Ulysses, holding a staff and extending his right hand towards the dog, Argus. The legend on the left, 'C.MAMIL', written downwards, and that on the right, 'LIMETAN', written upwards (the TA joined) refer to the moneyer. The design probably refers to the moneyer's claim to be descended from Telegonus, the son of Ulysses and Circe, the goddess Ulysses met on an island during his long voyage home from Troy. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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