RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Lucius Cassius Quinti filius [Longinus]< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Lucius Cassius Quinti filius [Longinus]This silver coin was minted in Rome by Lucius Cassius Longinus, son of Quintus, in 78 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 Libera, the goddess of agriculture, wearing a vine-wreath. On the right is the legend 'L.CASSI.Q.F' written upwards, referring to the moneyer. The moneyer is generally identified as Lucius Casius Longinus, who in 66 BC became praetor (a post involving either military or judicial duties). In 60 BC he was accused of conspiracy and sentenced to death. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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