Roman Republic Silver Denarius 96 BC Pendant with Apollo, the god of music and dance, truth and prophecy, healing and light

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

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 Denaruis, was minted by moneyers C. Malleolus, A. Albinus Sp.f. and L. Caecilius Metellus in 96 BC in Rome. It pictures the laureate head of Apollo. Apollo was the god of music and dance, truth and prophecy, healing and light, with his thunderbolt. On the back (reverse) is Roma (Roma was the personification – the representation - of the city of Rome, where this coin was minted) seated on a pile of shields, holding s spear, and being crowned by Victory (the goddess of victory in battle and over death). 

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: Denaruis
• Moneyer: C. Malleolus, A. Albinus Sp.f. and L. Caecilius Metellus
• Date & Mint: 96 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: Apollo, god of music and dance, truth and prophecy, healing and light
• Coin Reverse: Roma ( Roma was the personification – the representation - of the city of Rome, where this coin was minted) seated on a pile of shields, holding s spear, and being crowned by Victory ( the goddess of victory in battle and over death)
• Size: 3/4" / 20mm Across, 1 1/4" / 32mm Tall -     just a bit smaller than a U.S. Quarter including the bezel (frame around the coin)

April's Notes: The depth of Apollo's portrait on this amazing coin is truly wonderful - capturing the fine details of the die-cutter's art. Apollo, the god of truth and light, as well as many of the arts, is a legendary symbol now, as it was then. Then add Roma and Victory with the bold "ROMA"... perhaps best of all, it is what we call  "zero die axis." When these were struck, the minters didn't care if the top of one side of the coin was also the top on the other side - what we call "Medallic Orientation." This coin is one of the rare ones you can wear it either side out.

(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