Manius Cordius Rufus, Denarius

Artist/Culture Roman

Date46 BCE

Mediumsilver

Dimensions0.2 mm (13/16 in.)

ClassificationsMetalwork

Credit LineMr. and Mrs. Mark Salton

Terms

Object number2001.191

DescriptionRepublican; obv: Jugate heads of the Dioskouroi to right, each wearing laureate pileus surmounted by a star, To left, and running below, 'RUFUS III VIR'

rev: Venus Verticordia standing to left, holding scales and a scepter, Behind her shoulder, Cupid, To right, 'MN CORDIUS'

ProvenanceMr. and Mrs. Mark Salton

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