RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Norbanus< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius NorbanusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Norbanus in 83 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the reverse of the coin. The reverse design has an ear of corn, fasces (rods bound with an axe, carried by officials who attended magistrates) and a caduceus (a staff carried by ambassadors at times of war). They are symbols of the authority of the State. The moneyer was probably the son of the consul C. Norbanus, who in 83 BC attempted to stop Sulla. Sulla had returned from his campaigns in Asia, intent on seizing control. He defeated Norbanus, and went on to win political control in a ruthless campaign. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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