Modern Silver Pendant with C. Egnatuleius quinarius silver coin (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Modern silver pendant with an original C. Egnatuleius quinarius coin from 97 BC, 19 mm in diameter, set in a handmade circular silver setting; good condition and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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ITEM: Modern pendant with C. Egnatuleius quinarius
MATERIAL: Silver plated and silver
CULTURE: Roman, Republic
PERIOD: 97 B.C
DIMENSIONS: 19 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition. Original coin within a modern handmade circular silver setting.
PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection, acquired in the 1990s
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity.
COIN DESCRIPTION: C. Egnatuleius, 97 B.C, Quinarius, Silver, AR, 16 mm, 1,6 gr, OBVERSE: Laureate head of Apollo, REVERSE: Victory inscribing shield on trophy, REFERENCES: Egnatueleia 1, Syd 588
C. Egnatuleius C.f. was a Roman mint magistrate who served around 97 BCE, a period during which the Roman Republic was beginning to experience the internal pressures that would eventually lead to the Social War. He is primarily known for his issuance of silver quinarii, a denomination worth half a denarius. His coinage is distinct for its consistent use of the head of Apollo on the obverse, a deity frequently associated with prophecy and purification, reflecting the traditional religious motifs favored by the Roman moneyers of that era.
The reverse of his coins typically features a depiction of Victory standing next to a trophy, a powerful symbol of Roman military dominance. This specific design, showing Victory in the act of crowning or standing by a trophy of arms, was a common way for magistrates to celebrate the Republic's recent triumphs or to honor the military legacy of their own families. By including the inscription "C. EGNATVLEI. C. F." alongside these images, Egnatuleius ensured that his family name was inextricably linked with the concepts of divine favor and national success in the public's hand.
While little is recorded of his broader political career beyond his role at the mint, the coins of C. Egnatuleius are significant to numismatists for their standardized weight and clear iconography. They represent a moment of relative stability in the Roman monetary system before the massive upheavals of the later civil wars. Today, these small silver pieces serve as vital historical artifacts, offering a glimpse into how the Roman elite utilized currency as a medium for both personal branding and the reinforcement of state identity.ver.
Seller's Story
Your Antiquarian offers ancient art and ancient coins. Our main objective is to offer the highest quality at the best price respecting and strictly complying with the laws of heritage protection and UNESCO heritage norms. Therefore, all the pieces that are published come from private collections in which the provenance can be checked or international auctions. All our antiquities and coins are accompanied by their Certificate of Authenticity. We have a no quibble 90 day return policy. At Your Antiquarian we are committed to helping disadvantaged groups and for this reason a portion of each purchase is donated to charities to help people in need.
Translated by Google TranslateITEM: Modern pendant with C. Egnatuleius quinarius
MATERIAL: Silver plated and silver
CULTURE: Roman, Republic
PERIOD: 97 B.C
DIMENSIONS: 19 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition. Original coin within a modern handmade circular silver setting.
PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection, acquired in the 1990s
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity.
COIN DESCRIPTION: C. Egnatuleius, 97 B.C, Quinarius, Silver, AR, 16 mm, 1,6 gr, OBVERSE: Laureate head of Apollo, REVERSE: Victory inscribing shield on trophy, REFERENCES: Egnatueleia 1, Syd 588
C. Egnatuleius C.f. was a Roman mint magistrate who served around 97 BCE, a period during which the Roman Republic was beginning to experience the internal pressures that would eventually lead to the Social War. He is primarily known for his issuance of silver quinarii, a denomination worth half a denarius. His coinage is distinct for its consistent use of the head of Apollo on the obverse, a deity frequently associated with prophecy and purification, reflecting the traditional religious motifs favored by the Roman moneyers of that era.
The reverse of his coins typically features a depiction of Victory standing next to a trophy, a powerful symbol of Roman military dominance. This specific design, showing Victory in the act of crowning or standing by a trophy of arms, was a common way for magistrates to celebrate the Republic's recent triumphs or to honor the military legacy of their own families. By including the inscription "C. EGNATVLEI. C. F." alongside these images, Egnatuleius ensured that his family name was inextricably linked with the concepts of divine favor and national success in the public's hand.
While little is recorded of his broader political career beyond his role at the mint, the coins of C. Egnatuleius are significant to numismatists for their standardized weight and clear iconography. They represent a moment of relative stability in the Roman monetary system before the massive upheavals of the later civil wars. Today, these small silver pieces serve as vital historical artifacts, offering a glimpse into how the Roman elite utilized currency as a medium for both personal branding and the reinforcement of state identity.ver.
Seller's Story
Your Antiquarian offers ancient art and ancient coins. Our main objective is to offer the highest quality at the best price respecting and strictly complying with the laws of heritage protection and UNESCO heritage norms. Therefore, all the pieces that are published come from private collections in which the provenance can be checked or international auctions. All our antiquities and coins are accompanied by their Certificate of Authenticity. We have a no quibble 90 day return policy. At Your Antiquarian we are committed to helping disadvantaged groups and for this reason a portion of each purchase is donated to charities to help people in need.
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Culture
Modern Silver
Century/timeframe
97 B.C
Name of object
Pendant with C. Egnatuleius quinarius silver coin
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
