RecordCoin (obverse), Denarius, of Caius Vibius Caii filius Caii nepos Pansa Caetronius and Decimus Iunius BrutusAlbinus< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (obverse), Denarius, of Caius Vibius Caii filius Caii nepos Pansa Caetronius and Decimus Iunius BrutusAlbinusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Vibius Pansa Caetronius, son of Caius, grandson of Caius, and Decimus Iunius Brutus Albinus in 48 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the obverse. The obverse depicts Pan, the half-goat fertility god and god of the shepherds. The legend 'C.PANSA' below refers to one of the moneyers. The portrayal of Pan was probably chosen as a pun his name. The letter E was punched on obverse. Some Roman coins had symbols or letters punched onto them, but the purpose of these so-called 'bankers' marks' is uncertain. They may have been marks indicating correct weight and alloy after inspection, or perhaps the opposite, marks of rejection. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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