Roman Republic (Imperatorial). Julius Caesar. Denarius 49-44 BC

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AR denarius from Julius Caesar (49-44 BC), 18 mm and 3.72 g, minted by a military mint in northern Italy during Caesar's dictatorship, obverse CAESAR with an elephant advancing right trampling a serpent and reverse features culullus with aspergillum, securis and apex.

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Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.72g). Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006.

Excellent conditions

One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear record of what these coins allude to, Caesar famously used elephants in his successful campaign against the Gauls. Here, he likely utilized the animal's iconographical strength and power to rally support among his troops and convey an aura of military success and authority. On the reverse, he included important pontifical religious implements, a reminder to the Roman people that he was a pious man, and that he held numerous religious positions, such as Pontifex Maximus (Highest Priest). This series of coinage effectively communicated Caesar's dual image as a capable military leader and a custodian of Roman tradition, helping to consolidate his support base and establish his legitimacy during the tumultuous events of the civil war.

Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.72g). Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006.

Excellent conditions

One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear record of what these coins allude to, Caesar famously used elephants in his successful campaign against the Gauls. Here, he likely utilized the animal's iconographical strength and power to rally support among his troops and convey an aura of military success and authority. On the reverse, he included important pontifical religious implements, a reminder to the Roman people that he was a pious man, and that he held numerous religious positions, such as Pontifex Maximus (Highest Priest). This series of coinage effectively communicated Caesar's dual image as a capable military leader and a custodian of Roman tradition, helping to consolidate his support base and establish his legitimacy during the tumultuous events of the civil war.

Details

Era
Before 1400
Weight
3.72 g
Culture/region
Roman Republic (Imperatorial)
Theme
History
Year/period and variation
49-44 BC
Ruler
Julius Caesar
Number of items
1
Denomination
Denarius
Metal
AR
Condition
Ungraded
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