RecordCoin (obverse), Denarius, of Lucius Pomponius Molo< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (obverse), 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 obverse of the coin. The obverse depicts the head of Apollo, the Greek god of light, healing and prophecy. Around him is the inscription ' L. POMPON. MOLO', an abbreviation of the moneyer's name. Most coins of the Roman Republic were issued by officials called moneyers. They may have been elected, perhaps annually. In some cases, as here, the coins provide the only evidence surviving about these people. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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