Summary

Denarius, issued by Ancient Roman Republic, 80 BC
Moneyer: L. PROCILI F (L. Procilius)
Minted in Rome
Note: this coin seems light and has reverse flaws that suggest it is silver plated

Obverse Description

Laureate head of Jupiter facing right; behind, S.C

Reverse Description

Juno Sospita advancing to right holding a shield and brandishing a spear; in front a snake; behind in two lines, L. PROCILI / F

Edge Description

Plain

Significance

The reverse is believed to be a depiction of the cult statue of Juno Sospita

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