Roman Republic. L.M.Torquatus, Rome, c. 113/2 BC
Roman Republic. L.M.Torquatus, Rome, c. 113/2 BC
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AR Denarius, 3.87g (19mm, 4h).
Helmeted head of Roma r.; behind, ROMA downwards; before, X. Torque as border / Horseman charging l.; below, L.TORQVA; above, Q; in exergue, EX.S.C. Border of dots
Pedigree: From the estate of Lane Brunner
References: Crawford 295. BMCRR Italy 518
Grade: Previously encapsulated and graded Ch VF, Strike: 4/5, Surface: 5/5
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According to Crawford, the torque on the obverse alludes to the moneyer's victory over a Gaul and his acquisition of his torque. This is how he got his cognomen. The reverse type can't be historically connected as this victory happened on foot; not horseback