Chaponnière & Firmenich SA
Auction 17 19 Nov 2023
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ROMAN REPUBLIC. The Caesarians. Julius Caesar, 49-44 BC. Denarius late 48-47 BC, military mint traveling with Caesar in North Africa. RRC 458/1. AR. 3.75 g. - VF lightly cleaned
On the reverse is represented Aeneas, the legendary Trojan hero and son of the goddess Venus, who played a crucial role in the aftermath of the Trojan War, leading the survivors on a perilous journey that culminated in the foundation of Rome. On Aeneas shoulder is Anchises, his father, a prince of Dardania and was known for his lineage and wisdom ; he was also a central figure in Aeneas' journey, guiding him and providing important insights about their destiny.
On the reverse is represented Aeneas, the legendary Trojan hero and son of the goddess Venus, who played a crucial role in the aftermath of the Trojan War, leading the survivors on a perilous journey that culminated in the foundation of Rome. On Aeneas shoulder is Anchises, his father, a prince of Dardania and was known for his lineage and wisdom ; he was also a central figure in Aeneas' journey, guiding him and providing important insights about their destiny.