Coin (obverse), Denarius, of Titus Cloulius

This silver coin was minted in Rome by Titus Cloulius in 128 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the obverse of the coin.

The obverse portrays Roma, the goddess and personification of Rome, wearing a helmet. Behind her is a wreath, while below is the inscription 'ROMA'.

The Romans needed coins for three main purposes: to pay the salaries of her huge military force, to pay the salaries of her officials and to fund public works. Much of the silver needed to fund these issues came from tribute from the provinces.

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Online ID:	000-100-078-555-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland A.1978.313
Date:	128 BC
Material:	Silver. Inscription: Obv. Helmeted head of Roma r.; behind, wreath; below, ROMA / Rev. Victory in biga r., holding reins in both hands; below, corn-ear; in exergue, T.CLOVLI
Dimensions:	21.00 mm D / Die Axis: 12.0
What:	Coin, denarius
Subject:	Ancient Coin Collection
Who:	Roma Victory
Where:	Italy, Rome Spain, Aznalcollar
Event:
Description:	Silver denarius of the Roman Republic, Rome, 128 BC
References:	Crawford, M.H. Roman Republican Coinage. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1976.
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