Roman Republic Silver Denarius 46 BC Pendant with Venus Cupid Riding a Dolphin
Please Note: This is an authentic Ancient Roman Treasure Coin, and you will receive the exact pendant in the photographs and description.
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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 Denarius, was minted by moneyer Mn. Cordius Rufus in 46 BC in Rome. It pictures a portrait of Venus, the goddess and living embodiment of love, beauty, desire, fertility, prosperity, and victory on the front (obverse). On the back (reverse) is Cupid, the god of love, with his bow and arrow, astride a swimming dolphin.
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: Denarius
- Moneyer: Mn. Cordius Rufus
- Date & Mint: 46 BC, Rome
- Coin Metal: Silver
- Bezel Metal: 14K Gold & Proprietary, Non-Tarnishing Sterling Silver
- Articulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm
- Coin Obverse: Venus, the goddess and living embodiment of love, beauty, desire, fertility, prosperity, and victory
- Coin Reverse: Cupid, the god of love, with his bow and arrow, astride a swimming dolphin (see notes below)
- Size Including Bezel Setting: 3/4" Across, 1 1/2" Tall - about the width of a U.S. Nickel
April's Notes: A rather rare issue featuring the lovely Venus, she is perfectly partnered with winged Cupid with his bow and arrow. Just a beautiful Denarius.
But what makes this Denarius more rare is the image of the regal dolphin. Dolphins were a symbol of love, romance, protection and rebirth. All in all, this Denarius definitely speaks of love!
Perhaps best of all, it is what we call "zero die axis." When these coins 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:
- Our 100% Authentic Lifetime Guarantee
- A Detailed, Multi-Page Color Certificate of Authenticity Researched and Written by April Knecht
- Historic Brief: The Coins of the Roman Republic & Empire
- A Mini Museum Frame to Display and Enjoy Your Treasure When You are not Wearing It
- A Treasure Jewelry Care Card
