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Roman Republic: CM.517-2005

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An image of Roman Republic
Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Moneyer: Marcus Volteius
Mint: Rome

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Measurements and weight

Image(height): 18 mm
Image(width): 18 mm
Weight: 4.1 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2005-06-13) by Classical Numismatic Group

Dating

1st Century BC, Early
Production date: 78 BC

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

Struck (metalworking)

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: M.VOLTEI.M.F
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Exergue

Inscription present: Helmeted bust facing right draped

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Cybele in turreted crown and veil in biga of lions riding right with reins and patera

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: funnel

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Issue mark

Inscription present: KZ

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Issue mark

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.517-2005
Primary reference Number: 140856
Othernumber: 0117
RRC: 385/4
Ordering: RRX-0117

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 21 October 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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