RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Publius Porcius Laeca< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Publius Porcius LaecaThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Publius Porcius Laeca in either 110 or 109 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 a central figure raising his hand over a figure wearing a toga. On the right, an attendant holds three rods, suggesting this may be a lictor, or official who carried rods called fasces before magistrates. Below is the legend 'PROVOCO'. This reverse design probably refers to an achievement of an ancestor of the moneyer. The ancestor was probably involved in some way with a provocatio, an appeal in criminal matters. This right was extended to the provinces in the 2nd century BC. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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