RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Coelius Caldus< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Caius Coelius CaldusThis silver coin was minted in Rome by Caius Coelius Caldus in 51 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the reverse of the coin. A person stands behind a table inscribed 'L.CALDVS VII.VIR.EP'. On the left is a trophy with a carnyx (Gallic war trumpet) and oval shield, and 'IMP.A.X' written downwards. On the right, is a trophy with a Macedonian shield, and the legend 'C. CALDV[S]'. This coin portrays aspects of the moneyer's ancestor and namesake. The table refers to a law he passed in 107 BC when Tribune of the Plebs. His military victories in Gaul (where he was proclaimed Imperator) and the East are indicated by the trophies. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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