RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius serratus, of Caius Marius Caii filius Capito< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius serratus, of Caius Marius Caii filius CapitoThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Marius Capito, son of Caius, in 81 BC. It is a type known as a denarius serratus, due to its serrated edge. It was a special issue, as indicated by the legend 'S.C'. This picture shows the reverse of the coin. The reverse depicts a ploughman with a yoke of oxen. The letters 'CXXXIIII' above are a mint control-numeral. The inscription below, 'C.MARI.C.F', refers to the moneyer. The legend 'S.C' below this, almost worn away, stands for 'senatus consulto'. In exceptional cases the Senate ordered officials to strike special issues. Some coins of this moneyer do not have the legend S.C, but far more coins survive with it. He was probably given special instructions to produce an extra batch of denarii. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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