{"product_id":"roman-republic-silver-denarius-57-bc-bonus-eventus-success-good-fortune-14k-gold-and-sterling-silver-pendant-artifact-4424","title":"Roman Republic Silver Denarius 57 BC Bonus Eventus - Success \u0026 Good Fortune 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Pendant | Artifact #4424","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRare Roman Republic Silver Denarius 57 BC Pendant with Bonus Eventus: Literally \"Good Outcome\" the Personification of Success of Good Fortune\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 by moneyer \u003cspan\u003eM Plaetorius M.f. Cestianus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in 57 BC in Rome\u003c\/span\u003e. On the Front (obverse) It pictures the personification of Bonus Eventus. Bonus Eventus was the personification of Success of Good Fortune - Bonus Eventus translates to: Good Outcome. On the back (reverse) is the \u003cspan\u003ewinged caduceus. (See below for more on this rare issue.)\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 Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenomination: Denarius\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoneyer: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eM Plaetorius M.f. Cestianus\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate \u0026amp; Mint: 57 BC, Rome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin Metal: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBezel Metal: 14K Gold \u0026amp; Proprietary, Non-Tarnishing Sterling Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArticulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin Obverse: Bonus Eventus, the personification of Success of Good Fortune \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin Reverse: Winged caduceus\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 Here we have one of those unique, and quite rare, Republican issues. Bonus Eventus - the personification of success and good fortune - literally a \"good outcome\" in stunning detail. His upward glance, strong profile and  And... the history behind this issues is equally fascinating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #820101;\"\u003eOn the reverse is a bold winged caduceus. While we associate this symbol with medicine (the traditional symbol for medicine is the Rod of Asclepius, which has only one snake and no wings), in Ancient Rome, the caduceus was the staff of the messenger god, Mercury. It was used to symbolize diplomacy and peace.\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 Necklace 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\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":50798303805687,"sku":null,"price":980.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/4193\/files\/4424-Roman-Republic-Denarius-Silver-Coin-with-Eventus-and-Well-Head-14K-Gold-and-Sterling-Silver-Pendant-01.jpg?v=1779452658","url":"https:\/\/cannonbeachtreasure.com\/products\/roman-republic-silver-denarius-57-bc-bonus-eventus-success-good-fortune-14k-gold-and-sterling-silver-pendant-artifact-4424","provider":"Cannon Beach Treasure Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}