RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Iulius Caesar< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Spain
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Iulius CaesarThis silver coin was minted in Spain by Caius Iulius (Julius) Caesar in 46 or 45 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 a trophy, with shield and carnyx (war trumpet) on each side. Below are two captives, a woman on the left and man on the right. The type of shield and carnyx identify them as Gauls, and the design refers to Caesar's victories over them. After a victorious battle, the Greeks erected a trophy on the battlefield and dedicated it to the gods. It consisted of weapons of the defeated army placed on a pole or tree trunk. This custom was adopted by the Romans, but sometimes it was made in Rome. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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