RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Lucius Axsius Lucii filius Naso< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Lucius Axsius Lucii filius NasoThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Lucius Axsius Naso, son of Lucius, in 71 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. It was a special issue, as indicated by the legend 'S.C' on the obverse. This picture shows the reverse. The reverse depicts Diana, the goddess of women, childbirth and the hunt, holding a spear while driving a vehicle called a biga drawn by two stags. Two dogs are behind and one below. The legend '[L] AXSIVS L F' refers to the moneyer. The designs on Roman Republican coins often referred to famous ancestors or favourite cults of the moneyer. This moneyer was almost certainly a banker known from other sources, but his reason behind the portrayal of Diana is uncertain. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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