RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Iulius Caesar< 1 of 1 > Back minted at unknown location
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Iulius CaesarThis silver coin was minted by Caius Iulius (Julius) Caesar in 46 BC at an unknown mint. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the reverse of the coin. The reverse depicts a bowl (culullus), sprinkler (aspergillum), jug and staff (lituus), symbols of the priestly offices of augurate and pontificate, as indicated by the legend 'AVGVR' above and 'PONT.MAX' below. On the right is the letter D. Caesar was Pontifex Maximus, head of the college of pontiffs, which supervised and had legal authority over all matters concerning religion. He was also an augur, a high post with responsibilities for observing portents and associated judicial functions. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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