Mn. Cordius Rufus 46BC Silver Denarius VF

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The Mn. Cordius Rufus 46BC Silver Denarius is a fascinating ancient Roman coin. Its obverse features the head of the Dioscuri, the divine twins Castor and Pollux. On the reverse, we see the goddess Venus standing, holding scales and a sceptre, symbolizing her role as the goddess of love, beauty, and justice. This silver denarius offers a glimpse into Roman mythology and the worship of influential deities in the ancient world.

This coin was struck as part of a significant output of coinage in 46BC to pay soldiers who had taken part in a series of Roman conquests under Julius Caesar.

In ancient Rome, Mn. Cordius Rufus was a historical figure who is primarily known for issuing coins during his time. While limited information is available about his personal life and achievements, his name is associated with the production of silver denarius coins that featured various mythological and symbolic depictions