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L. Caecilius Metellus Diadematus 128 BC. Denarius 19 mm 128 BC Rome. Helmeted head of Roma right, X behind / ROMA Pax/Juno in biga right, holding branch and scepter; below, elephant`s head with bell attached. Cr. 262/1; good very fine
handsome dark toning
The elephant's head is reminiscent of the victory against the Carthagians at Panormus (250 BC) during the First Punian War and the seizure of their elephants, which were displayed, when the Romans celebrated their triumph.
Additional Information
| Category 1 | Roman Republican Coins |
|---|---|
| Ruler | L. Caecilius Metellus Diadematus |
| Reign | 128 BC |
| Denomination | Denarius |
| Date | 128 BC |
| Mint | Rome |
| Material | Silver |
| Condition | good very fine |
| Catalogue | Cr. 262/1 |
| Catalogue 2 | Syd. 496 |
| Catalogue 3 | Caecilia 38 |
| Weight | 3.96 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Item Number | 76490 |
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