{"product_id":"roman-republic-silver-denarius-148-bc-roma-the-gemini-twins-14k-gold-pendant-artifact-4429","title":"Roman Republic Silver Denarius 148 BC Roma \u0026 the Gemini Twins 14K Gold Pendant | Artifact #4429","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRoman Republic Silver Denarius 136 BC Pendant with Roma \u0026amp; the Gemini Twins\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is an authentic Ancient Roman Treasure Coin, and you will receive the exact pendant in the photographs and description.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003eSize Including Bezel Setting: 3\/4\" Across, 1 1\/2\" Tall - about the width of  a U.S. Nickel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis silver coin, a Denarius, was minted in Rome in 136 BC by moneyer Cn Lucretius Trio. It pictures the helmeted Roma on the front (obverse). Roma was the personification – the representation - of the city of Rome. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the back (reverse) are the Dioscuri, or Gemini Twins, the patrons of sailors and horsemanship, astride their horses, galloping.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Roman Treasure Coin Pendant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenomination: Denarius\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoneyer: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCn Lucretius Trio\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate \u0026amp; Mint: 136 BC, Rome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin Metal: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBezel Metal: 14K Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArticulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin Obverse: Roma, the personification of Rome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin Reverse: T\u003cspan\u003ehe Dioscuri, or Gemini Twins, the patrons of sailors and horsemanship, astride their horses, galloping\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Including Bezel Setting: 3\/4\" Across, 1 1\/2\" Tall - about the width of  a U.S. Nickel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #820101;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApril's Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis silver Denarius is a classic example of early Roman coinage. It features a stunningly detailed and imposing portrait of Roma with her winged helmet. Wings, profile and even earring are all clearly visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #820101;\"\u003eThe Dioscuri issues are some of my favorites - the mischievous, charming twins astride their beloved horses. Here you see them complete and in clear detail - with the bold \"ROMA\" below - just a really beautiful Denarius!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #820101;\"\u003e(Please note: this information and much more will appear on your customized Certificate of Authenticity.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Roman Coin Pendant comes with:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur 100% Authentic Lifetime Guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Detailed, Multi-Page Color Certificate of Authenticity Researched and Written by April Knecht\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Brief: The Coins of the Roman Republic \u0026amp; Empire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Mini Museum Frame to Display and Enjoy Your Treasure When You are not Wearing It\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Treasure Jewelry Care Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Cannon Beach Treasure Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50798347845879,"sku":null,"price":1780.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/4193\/files\/4429-Roman-Republic-Denarius-Silver-Coin-with-Roma-and-the-Gemini-Twins-Dioscuri-14K-Gold-Pendant-01.jpg?v=1779455934","url":"https:\/\/cannonbeachtreasure.com\/products\/roman-republic-silver-denarius-148-bc-roma-the-gemini-twins-14k-gold-pendant-artifact-4429","provider":"Cannon Beach Treasure Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}