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T. Vettius Sabinus 70 BC. Denarius, serratus 20 mm 99 BC Rome. Head of Tatius right, monogram Ta before SABINVS SC / IVDEX T VETTIVS Togate figure with scepter in biga lef, corn-ear behind. Cr. 404/1; very fine to extremely fine, graffiti on obv.
handsome portrait of Tatius
According to legend the Romans raped Sabine women to populate the newly built Rome. The resultant war ended only by the women throwing themselves and their children between the armies of their fathers and their husbands.
Additional Information
Category 1 | Roman Republican Coins |
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Ruler | T. Vettius Sabinus |
Reign | 70 BC |
Denomination | Denarius, serratus |
Date | 99 BC |
Mint | Rome |
Material | Silver |
Condition | very fine to extremely fine |
Supplement | graffiti on obv. |
Catalogue | Cr. 404/1 |
Catalogue 2 | Syd. 905 |
Weight | 3.81 g |
Diameter | 20 mm |
Item Number | 82245 |