Roman Republic Silver Denarius 108 BC Pendant with Pietas the Personification of Duty, Loyalty, Devotion and Piety

Please Note: This is an authentic Ancient Roman Treasure Coin, and you will receive the exact pendant in the photographs and description.

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Before the Roman Empire, there was the Roman Republic… where ancient Rome was ruled by the powerful Senate and moneyers were responsible for creating the coins used by the citizens of this rising power.

This silver coin, a Denaruis, was minted by moneyer M. Herennius in 108 BC in Rome. It pictures the diademed head of Pietas. Pietas was the personification of duty, loyalty, devotion and piety. On the back (reverse) is Amphinomus running right, carrying his father on his shoulder (more on this below in April's Notes). 

Our ancient coin pendants are a favorite of history fans, students, travel buffs and teachers… and anyone with a love of the past. Our Roman jewelry is designed to be worn by men or women will accommodate both large and small chain and leather necklaces.

Your Roman Treasure Coin Pendant

• Denomination: Denaruis
• Moneyer: M Herennius
• Date & Mint: 108 - 107 BC, Rome
• Coin Metal: Silver
• Bezel Metal: 14K Gold & Proprietary, Non-Tarnishing Sterling Silver
• Articulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm
• Coin Obverse:  Pietas was the personification of duty, loyalty, devotion and piety
• Coin Reverse: Amphinomus running right, carrying his father on his shoulder (see notes below)
• Size Including Bezel Setting: 3/4" Across, 1 1/2" Tall - about the width of  a U.S. Nickel

April's Notes: This silver denarius is as fascinating as it it beautiful. Pietas, the embodiment of duty, loyalty and devotion is paired with a heroic image on the reverse.

Amphinomus - or perhaps his brother Anapias, is pictured carrying his elderly father on his shoulder. The brothers were legend for carrying their parents from the eription of Mount Etna on Sicily in 263 BC. According to tradition, the lava stream was said to have parted, flowing around the heroic brothers and doing them no harm.

A truly historic issue, with great detail on the Pietas portrait.

(Please note: this information and much more will appear on your customized Certificate of Authenticity.)

Each ancient Roman coin was hand-struck by three people, and at the height of the Roman empire, coins were minted throughout the sprawling territories – even in military camps where coins were minted to pay soldiers. Lost or purposely hoarded, this ancient Roman Coin was discovered by metal detector and professionally conserved for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Your Roman Coin Pendant comes with:

1. Our 100% Authentic Lifetime Guarantee
2. A Detailed, Multi-Page Color Certificate of Authenticity Researched and Written by April Knecht
3. Historic Brief: The Coins of the Roman Republic & Empire
4. A Mini Museum Frame to Display and Enjoy Your Treasure When You are not Wearing It
5. A Treasure Jewelry Care Card