Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Titus Carisius

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This silver coin was minted in Rome by Titus Carisius in 46 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 cornucopia (horn of plenty) on a globe, between a sceptre and a rudder, symbols of the goddess Fortuna and Rome's dominance. The legend 'T CARISI' below identifies the moneyer about whom little else is known.

The designs on coins issued by this moneyer fall into two main themes. Some refer to the moneyer's position and family. Others, such as this one, allude to current events, in particular the power of Caesar and the plenty resulting from his victories.

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• Online ID: 000-190-000-450-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.C15352
• Date: 46
  46 BC
  
• Material: Silver; both sides slightly off-centre; slight pitting; moderate wear. Inscription: Obv. Helmeted head of Roma to right; helmet has plain crest; behind, ROMA, downwards / Rev. Cornucopiae on globe, between sceptre and rudder; T CARISI below; all within la
  Coin Type: Crawford 464/3c
  Coin, denarius
  
• Dimensions: 18.00 x 19.50 mm D / Die Axis: 10.5
  
• What: Coin Type: Crawford 464/3c
  Coin, denarius
  
• Subject: Queen Street Coin Collection
  
• Who: Roma
  T. Carisius (Maker)
  
• Where: Italy, Rome
  Roman Republic
  
• Event:
• Description: Silver denarius of Rome, minted by T. Carisius, 46 BC
  
• References:
  • Crawford, M.H. Roman Republican Coinage. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1976. 
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