RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Lucius Pomponius Molo< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Lucius Pomponius MoloThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Lucius Pomponius Molo probably in 97 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 Numa Pompilius, the second king of Rome who was thought to have founded the Roman religious system. He is standing before a lighted altar, about to sacrifice a goat which is led by a youth. Below is the inscription 'NVM. POMPIL'. Later coins of the Republic often had reverse designs alluding to the importance of the moneyer's family. The Pomponia family claimed descent from Pompo, one of the sons of the semi-legendary king, Numa Pompilius. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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