RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Memmius Caii filius< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Memmius Caii filiusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Memmius, son of Caius, in 56 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 Ceres, the corn goddess, holding a torch and corn-ears, with a snake at her feet. The legend around her commemorates the first celebration of the Ludi Cereales in or before 211 BC by an ancestor of the moneyer who was an aedile. Ludi were games and contests held in Rome on various occasions, mainly at the festivals of the gods but sometimes for a magistrate or dead person. They were supervised by aediles, who ensured that the proper rites were made. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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