Roman Denarius Coin

Inv. No.: c042
Provenance: M. Volteius
Date: c. 76 B.C.
Weight: 3.68g
 
Obv.: Liber, crowned with ivy; hair long and in locks.

Rev.: Ceres in chariot drawn by two serpents; holds lighted torch in each hand; symbol on left.
M. VOLTEI M.F.

Each of the five issues of Volteius is thought to refer to one of the five principal Roman festivals held yearly. This one refers to the Ludi Cereales in honour of Ceres, Liber and Libera, held in April.

Comparanda:
S 776.