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ANCIENT ROMAN REPUBLIC SILVER DENARIUS OF ARMORED WARRIOR ON GALLOPING HORSE WITH SHIELD AND SPEAR COIN PENDANT IN 14K YELLOW GOLD 113 B.C. This remarkable antiquity from the early days of the Roman Republic is an excellent example of the classic art style that dominated this magnificent ancient empire. The coin is in excellent preservation and is a silver denarius with a stunning reverse side shown of a Roman warrior in full battle armor galloping at full speed with shield and spear raised ready to engage an enemy. Beneath is the inscription ROMA which gave honor to Rome, the center of one of the greatest Empires that ever existed. The last photo shows the other side of the coin and back of the pendant (not meant to be worn outward) which depicts a stunning helmeted profile of the goddess Roma, the patron god of the Empire. It was a hard decision for me to pick which side to mount outward for wear but equestrian-themed jewelry is rare in ancient coins and accounts for one of my most requested topics depicted in the ancient art of the coins. This pendant cannot be worn on either side but if they buyer wishes, I can switch the coin so that the head of Roma faces out. The action imparted to the scene is magnificent and the detail is remarkable. It was not until the fourth century A.D. that riders used stirrups and here, you can clearly see the rider's feet dangling freely! The shield is large and the lance being held is extremely long, a historical insight to actual weapons used as well as typical battle gear used in that day. The coin has a beautiful dark age tone to the background which highlights the exquisite detail of the coin. This coin is classic ancient Rome and is a superb example of ancient Roman art. The ancient silver of the coin possesses a high luster and makes for a gorgeous and rich contrast with the 14 karat yellow gold setting pendant setting in which it is mounted. The ancient key pattern design in the gold wonderfully compliments this genuine ancient coin. Overall, a stunning genuine Roman antiquity from the early Roman Empire! Overall diameter is 27 mm, about the size between a U.S. quarter and 50 cent piece. The coin itself is about the size of a U.S. penny. CPR158 SOLD COMES WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY / HISTORY SHEET *** shown with optional CHAIN E, not included |
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