RecordCoin (obverse), Denarius, of Caius Publicius Malleolusminted in Rome
Coin (obverse), Denarius, of Caius Publicius MalleolusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Publicius Malleolus around 95 to 90 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the obverse of the coin. The obverse depicts Mars, the god of war, wearing a helmet. Above is a hammer, referring to the moneyer's nickname (the Latin word 'malleolus' means hammer). Below his chin is a star. The main use of coin was to pay Rome's soldiers. In the 1st century BC, the wages of a legion were around 1,500,000 denarii, and more when Caesar raised the pay. With around 30 legions in active service in the Empire, this required huge sources of silver. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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