Julius Caesar, Denarius

Artist/Culture Roman

Dateabout 49–48 BCE

Mediumsilver

Dimensions0.2 mm (11/16 in.)

ClassificationsMetalwork

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Salton

Terms

Object number2001.281

Descriptionobv. Emblems of Pontifex Maximus: the culullus, aspergillum, axe and apex, border of dots;

rev. elephant walking to right, trampling a dragon, in exergue, 'CAESAR', border of dots; Note: This was a military coinage, minted in Gaul.
ProvenanceMr. and Mrs. Mark Salton

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