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Albinus Bruti 48 BC. Denarius 18 mm 48 BC Rome. Head of Pietas right PIETAS / ALBINVS BRVTI F Two hands clasped holding winged caduceus. Cr. 450/2; extremely fine
splendid specimen
Moneyer of this fine denarius of the late Roman republic is D. Junius Brutus Albinus, later assassinator of Julius Caesar.
He was a standing officer and a favourite of Caesar. In 48 BC Caesar made him master of the Roman mint. This coin was meant to show mutual agreement of Rome and Caesar.
Additional Information
Category 1 | Roman Republican Coins |
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Ruler | Albinus Bruti |
Reign | 48 BC |
Denomination | Denarius |
Date | 48 BC |
Mint | Rome |
Material | Silver |
Condition | extremely fine |
Catalogue | Cr. 450/2 |
Weight | 4.03 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Item Number | 76549 |