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L. Titurius Sabinus 89 BC. Denarius 18 mm 89 BC Rome. Head of Tatius right SABIN / L TITVRI Killing of Tarpeia. Cr. 344/2b; extremely fine, decentered
rich in detail depiction on rev.
Legend has it that Tarpeia provided the Sabines entry to the Capitol during their besiege of Rome. In return for her betrayal she was promised what the Sabines bore on their left arms. Instead of being rewarded with jewelry, she was struck dead by their shields wich were also born on their left arms.
Additional Information
Category 1 | Roman Republican Coins |
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Ruler | L. Titurius Sabinus |
Reign | 89 BC |
Denomination | Denarius |
Date | 89 BC |
Mint | Rome |
Material | Silver |
Condition | extremely fine |
Supplement | decentered |
Catalogue | Cr. 344/2b |
Catalogue 2 | Syd. 699 |
Weight | 3.9 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Item Number | 82607 |