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Roman Republic Sulla Imperator Metellus Pius Elephant Stork Silver Coin I52638

Roman Republic Sulla Imperator Metellus Pius Elephant Stork Silver Coin I52638 Coins: Ancient photo   Category : Coins: Ancient > Roman: Republic (300 BC-27 BC)
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Numismatic data and valuation estimates provided by ann-ganeshi (Feb 16, 2016)
        
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Category : Coins: Ancient > Roman: Republic (300 BC-27 BC)Id number: 151208
Composition: Silver
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ReferenceCaecilia 43
Silver Denarius 18mm (3.92 grams) Spain mint: 81 B.C.
Metellus received the title of Pius when he besought the Roman people to bring his father back from banishment and therefore on the obverse you have Pietas (Piety) goddess
The tunic worn by plebeians , or common people, like shepherds and slaves, was made from coarse and dark material, whereas the tunic worn by patricians was of linen or white wool
The Roman poet, Horace mentions another Roman favorite, the olive, in reference to his own diet, which he describes as very simple: "As for me, olives, endives , and smooth mallows provide sustenance
Advancements were also made in relief sculptures, often depicting Roman victories
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