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Coin on a small blank well centred on both sides. Beautiful head of Apollo. 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

For this type, Crawford found an estimate of 90 right-hand and 100 reverse corners for three different varieties. The authors of the CMDRR found twenty different combinations for this denarius type.

OBVERSE :

Description: Diademed head of Apollo on the right with long hair, with large locks falling on the neck.

REVERSE :

Legend: C. CENSORI

Translation: "Caius Marcius Censorinus".

Description: Bridle horse galloping to the right.

HISTORY :

Caius Marcius Censorinus is identified as one of Marius' supporters. He accused Sylla of embezzlement on his return from the East. As one of the leaders of the Marianist party, he entered Rome with Marius and Cinna in 87 BC and was one of the main instigators of the ensuing massacres. True to the memory of Marius, he fought against Sylla, but was taken prisoner at the Battle of the Hill Gate in 82 BC before being executed.

BENEFITS

• Finish : Antique
• Gift idea
• Historical interest
• Popular among collectors

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