Roman Republic Silver Denarius 79 BC Pendant with Venus and Victory Driving the Rare Triga

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 Serratus (more on this below), was minted by moneyer C. Naevius Balbus in 79 BC in Rome. On the front (obverse) it pictures a portrait of Venus, the goddess and living embodiment of love, beauty, desire, fertility, prosperity, and victory. On the back (reverse) is Victory, the goddess of victory in battle and over death, driving a triga (a three-horse chariot - more below in April's Notes).

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 Serratus (Serratus is the Latin root of our English word "Serrated." The edge of this coin was notched to assist in preventing the shaving of the edges by nefarious persons.)
• Moneyer: C. Naevius Balbus
• Date & Mint: 79 BC, Rome
• Coin Metal: Silver
• Bezel Metal: 14K Gold and Proprietary, Non-Tarnishing Sterling Silver
• Articulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm
• Coin Obverse: Venus, the goddess and living embodiment of love, beauty, desire, fertility, prosperity, and victory
• Coin Reverse: Victory, the goddess of victory in battle and over death
• Size Including Bezel Setting: 3/4" Across, 1 1/2" Tall - about the width of  a U.S. Nickel

April's Notes: A rather rare issue featuring the lovely Venus, she is perfectly partnered with mighty Victory driving a rare triga.

The triga was a Greek chariot with three horses. Most Roman coins with chariots feature the two-horse biga or the four-horse quadriga.  A wonderful example of the details found on Roman coins.

(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