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Roman Republic silver denarius serratus attributed to Gaius Marius C. f. Capito, struck at Rome circa 81 BC.
The obverse depicts the draped bust of Ceres facing right, wearing a grain wreath. The inscription appears to read CAPIT•CXVIIII, with CXVIIII representing the control number 119. A small control symbol appears below the chin, although its precise identification is uncertain.
The reverse depicts a ploughman guiding a pair of yoked oxen to the left. The matching control number above the scene appears to read CXVIIII (119). Below are the inscriptions C•MARI•C•F, naming the moneyer, and S•C, meaning “by decree of the Senate.”
This is a denarius serratus, featuring an intentionally serrated edge characteristic of the issue. The edge serrations are part of its original manufacture.
Coin details:
• Moneyer: Gaius Marius C. f. Capito
• Family: Maria
• Denomination: Silver denarius serratus
• Date: Circa 81 BC
• Mint: Rome
• Control number: Apparently CXVIIII (119) on both sides
• References: Crawford 378/1c; Sydenham 744b; Maria 9; BMC Rome 2855–2890 type
• Dimensions: Approximately 19.3 × 17.8 mm
• Weight: 3.97 grams
Condition: Circulated ancient coin that has been cleaned in the past. Displays wear on the raised details, surface marks, and uneven silver-gray coloration with some warmer toning. The portrait, oxen, ploughman, and much of the lettering remain recognizable. Some finer details are worn or indistinct. The flan is irregular, with uneven serrations, and portions of the obverse inscription are close to the edge.
Ungraded and uncertified. Attribution and inscription readings are offered to the best of my knowledge. Please examine all photographs for condition and identification details.
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