Object numberCC59.2.0172
pentonkion, Roman Republic, 79 BCE
Date79 BCE
CultureItalian
MediumSilver
DimensionsCoin Dimensions: 1.77 cm, 3.56 g
Credit LineTransfer from Vassar College Classics Department, 1968
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A border of dots surrounds the diademed head of Venus, looking right. S C is inscribed downwards, behind, and there is no control mark.
SENATUS CONSULTO
S C
By decree of the senate
A border of dots surrounds Victory, facing right in a triga, with reins in both hands. C NAE BALB is inscribed in exergue, and there is a control mark, a D, above the triga.
GAIUS NAEVIUS BALBUS
C NAE BALB
Gaius Naevius Balbus
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