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Denarius, M. Sergius Silus (publisher), fl. 116–115 BC. Roman Republic, 116–115 BC. Silver coin (denarius), diameter 17.5 mm, weight 3.62 g, axis 90°. Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma right; before it inscription 'SC'; behind it value sign X (crossed out) and inscription 'ROMA.' Beaded border. Reverse: Galloping horseman left with sword and severed head; below letter Q and inscription 'ERGI'; below the line an additional inscription. Pearl border. Subjects: Roma, horses, helmets, riders, swords, severed heads; punches evident.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A42_071

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Denarius M Sergius Silus publisher fl 116–115 Bc Roman Republic Silver coin denarius diameter 17.5 mm weight 3.62 g axis 90° Obverse Helmeted head Roma right inscription Sc value sign X crossed Roma Beaded border Reverse Galloping horseman left sword severed head letter Q Ergi line additional inscription Pearl border Subjects horses helmets riders swords severed heads punches evident circular metallic object worn silver-gray surface showing areas darker tarnish faint brownish-green discoloration featuring raised profile human head facing right stylized hair headdress pointed rays defined nose mouth surrounded raised decorative shapes irregular textured marks field.