Caption

Denarius; Sergius Silus, M. (fl. 116–115 BC), publisher. Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma right; before it the letter E; behind it the value sign X (crossed out) and the inscription ROMA. Beaded border. Reverse: Galloping horseman left with sword and severed head; below the letter Q and the inscription ERGI; below the line another inscription. Pearl border. 116–115 BC; Roman Republic. Rome. Coin. Diameter 17.0 mm; weight 3.79 g; axis 90°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A42_063

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Keywords

Denarius Sergius Silus M fl 116–115 Bc publisher Obverse Helmeted head Roma right letter E value sign X crossed inscription ROMA Beaded border Reverse Galloping horseman left sword severed head letter Q inscription ERGI line another inscription Pearl border Roman Republic Rome Coin Diameter 17.0 mm weight 3.79 g axis 90° worn round metallic object raised profile human head relief showing facial features right-facing profile detailed hair headwear surface irregularities scratches areas darker tarnish visible raised decorative elements near neck hair object silvery-gray patches darker gray slight brownish discoloration.