Authentic Roman silver coin pendant features Janus looking forward, looking back, and remaining in the present. This symbol is also where the month of January was derived from. Mixed metals with 14K gold surrounding a silver coin allows you to layer with other complementary pieces. So much fun to share a piece of history!
The most celebrated denomination of Roman coinage was the silver denarius. Just as the tide was beginning to turn in Rome's favor in the second Punic War, it was introduced into circulation through the sweeping currency reform of c. 211 B.C.E. The types o
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand struck
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Denomination: Denarius
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Mint: Roman Republic
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Empire: Roman
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Date: 119 B.C.E.
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Metal: Silver
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Weight: 3.8 grams
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Obverse: Depicts the laureated heads of Janus, thought to be a representation of the god of New Beginnings surrounded by M. FOVRI.L.F.
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Reverse: Depicts Roma, goddess of Rome, standing left, erecting a trophy with gallic arms around; ROMA on right, PHLI in ex. The coin weighs 3.8 grams and is set in 14K gold.
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Setting: Handcrafted 14K solid gold setting
Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included.
Inv# A 61274
