RecordCoin (obverse), Denarius, of Caius Concidius Paetus< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (obverse), Denarius, of Caius Concidius PaetusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Concidius Paetus in 46 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the obverse of the coin. The obverse depicts Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, art and war wearing a helmet. On similar issues she wears an aegis, a goat-skin acting as a shield, not visible here because the coin has been struck off centre. The unsettled times in the 40s BC, when Caesar and Pompey vied for power created a strain on the treasury. Both sides minted coins in great numbers, creating a great drain on silver. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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