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Gnaeus Pompeius (The Great) died 48 BC. Denarius 45 BC Military mint. Moneyer Cn Calpurnius Piso. Head of Numa Pompilius right, wearing diadem inscribed NVMA, CN PISO PRO Q / MAFN PRO COS Prow right. Cr. 446/1; very fine / good very fine
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The obverse of this fine denarius reflects the claim of the gens Calpurnia to have descended from Numa's son Calpus. The reverse recalls Pompey's successful campaign against the pirates in 66 BC, for which he had been hailed the First Man in Rome.
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| Category 1 | Roman Republican Coins |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Gnaeus Pompeius (The Great) |
| Reign | died 48 BC |
| Denomination | Denarius |
| Date | 45 BC |
| Mint | Military mint |
| Material | Silver |
| Condition | very fine / good very fine |
| Catalogue | Cr. 446/1 |
| Weight | 3.90 g |
| Item Number | 67325 |
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