RecordCoin (obverse), Denarius, of Quintus Cassius Longinus< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (obverse), Denarius, of Quintus Cassius LonginusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Quintus Cassius Longinus in 55 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 Libertas, the goddess of Freedom, identified by the legend 'LIBERT' written upwards to her left. On the right written downwards, the legend 'Q.CASSIVS' refers to the moneyer. In the following year the moneyer became a quaestor, or financial official, to Pompey in Spain where he was noted for his cruelty and greed. Later in the Civil War of the 40s BC, he joined Caesar's camp and fought in a number of battles. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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