Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Marcus Plaetorius Marci filius Cestianus

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This silver denarius was minted in Rome by Marcus Plaetorius Cestianus, son of Marcus, in 67 BC. It was a special issue authorised by the Senate, as indicated by the legend 'S.C' on the obverse. This picture shows the reverse of the coin.

The reverse depicts an eagle standing on a thunderbolt. Both are symbols of Jupiter, the father of the gods, but perhaps here refer to Egyptian beliefs. The legend 'M PLAETORIVS M F AED CVR' identifies the moneyer and his position as a curule aedile.

Curule aediles were officials concerned with the administration of Rome. They had a number of judicial duties, and presided over public festivals. Many of these festivals were funded privately by them, and were used to gain support for future offices.

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• Online ID: 000-190-002-026-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.C15282
• Date: 67
  67 BC
  
• Material: Silver; obverse slightly off-centre; reverse rather weak; moderate wear. Inscription: Obv. Helmeted draped bust right; behind, CESTIANVS, downwards; in front, S . C, downwards; cornucopiae below chin / Rev. Eagle standing right, head turned back, on thund
  Coin Type: Crawford 409/1
  Coin, denarius
  
• Dimensions: 18.00 mm D / Die Axis: 5.0
  
• What: Coin Type: Crawford 409/1
  Coin, denarius
  
• Subject: Queen Street Coin Collection
  
• Who: M. Plaetorius M. f. Cestianus (Maker)
  
• Where: Italy, Rome
  Roman Republic
  
• Event:
• Description: Silver denarius of Rome, minted by M. Plaetorius M. f. Cestianus, 67 BC
  
• References:
  • Crawford, M.H. Roman Republican Coinage. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1976. 
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