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Roman Republic Silver Denarius 82 BC Mercury and Ulysses Sterling Silver Pendant | Artifact #3288

Roman Republic Silver Denarius 82 BC Necklace with Mercury - the God of Wealth and God Fortune

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

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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 C. Mamilius Limetanus in 82 BC in Rome. It pictures Mercury and a Caduceus on the front (obverse). Mercury was the the messenger of all the other gods, and the god of wealth and good fortune. On the back (reverse) is Ulysses - Odysseus to the Greeks, who is the hero of Homer's The Odyssey. 

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 Necklace

  • 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. Mamilius Limetanus
  • Date & Mint: 82 BC, Rome
  • Coin Metal: Silver
  • Bezel Metal: Proprietary, Non-Tarnishing Sterling Silver
  • Articulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm
  • Coin Obverse: Mercury, the the messenger of all the other gods, and the god of wealth and good fortune with a caduceus
  • Coin Reverse:  Ulysses - Odysseus to the Greeks
  • Size Including Bezel Setting: 3/4" Across, 1 1/2" Tall - about the width of  a U.S. Nickel

April's Notes: A rare depiction of Mercury with a caduceus is the best feature of this Denarius. That, and it's a serratus - its "crenelated" edge is an early anti-clipping device - the notches made it easier for those exchanging the coin to see if someone had nicked some silver for themselves!

This coin is a classic example of early Roman coinage. It was passed through countless hands - Roman soldiers and citizens whose lives live on through their coins.

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 Necklace 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. Mini Museum Display for when you are not wearing your treasure
    5. A Treasure Jewelry Care Card

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