Roman Republic Silver Denarius 128 BC Pendant with Roma

Please Note: This is an authentic Ancient Roman Treasure Coin, and you will receive the exact pendant in the photographs and description.

Size Including Bezel Setting: 3/4" Across, 1 1/2" Tall - about the width of  a U.S. Nickel

Before the Roman Empire, there was the Roman Republic… where ancient Rome was ruled by the powerful Senate and moneyers were responsible for creating the coins used by the citizens of this rising power.

This silver coin, a Denarius, was minted by moneyer L. Caecilius Metellus in 128 BC in Rome. It pictures the helmeted Roma on the front (obverse). Roma was the personification – the representation - of the city of Rome, where this coin was minted.  On the back (reverse) is Roma driving a biga (sporty two horse chariot) with an elephant head above the inscription: ROMA. (See notes below.)

Our ancient coin pendants are a favorite of history fans, students, travel buffs and teachers… and anyone with a love of the past. Our Roman jewelry is designed to be worn by men or women will accommodate both large and small chain and leather necklaces.

Your Roman Treasure Coin Pendant

• Denomination: Denarius 
• Moneyer: L. Caecilius Metellus
• Date & Mint: 128 BC, Rome
• Coin Metal: Silver
• Bezel Metal: 14K Gold
• Articulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm
• Coin Obverse: Helmeted Roma, the personification of the city of Rome
• Coin Reverse: Roma driving a biga (sporty two horse chariot) with an elephant head above the inscription ROMA (see notes below)
• Size Including Bezel Setting: 3/4" Across, 1 1/2" Tall - about the width of  a U.S. Nickel

April's Notes: Roma's portrait here is a stunner - with her patrician nose and warrior's helmet, she truly is the embodiment of Rome. But what really makes this Denarius rare is the reverse.

Here we see Roma again... driving a biga and with scepter in hand, she is positioned over an elephant's head and the inscription "ROMA." This rare coin was minted by L. Caecilius Metellus to celebrate his famous ancestor, Lucius Caecilius Metellus, who captured numerous Carthaginian war elephants at the Battle of Panormos in 250 BC. Like elephants, Romans had a very long memory.

(Please note: this information and much more will appear on your customized Certificate of Authenticity.)

Each ancient Roman coin was hand-struck by three people, and at the height of the Roman empire, coins were minted throughout the sprawling territories – even in military camps where coins were minted to pay soldiers. Lost or purposely hoarded, this ancient Roman Coin was discovered by metal detector and professionally conserved for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Your Roman Coin Pendant comes with:

1. Our 100% Authentic Lifetime Guarantee
2. A Detailed, Multi-Page Color Certificate of Authenticity Researched and Written by April Knecht
3. Historic Brief: The Coins of the Roman Republic & Empire
4. A Mini Museum Frame to Display and Enjoy Your Treasure When You are not Wearing It
5. A Treasure Jewelry Care Card