Replica Roman Denarius – Mn. Fonteius (85 BCE)

Bring the history of the late Roman Republic into your collection with this detailed replica of a denarius issued in 85 BCE by the Roman moneyer Manius Fonteius.

• Front (obverse): Laureate head of Apollo Veiovis, protector of Rome, with a thunderbolt below.
• Back (reverse): A winged Cupid riding a goat, framed by Dionysian symbols.

This coin design reflects the deep ties between Roman religion and politics. During this period, Rome was in turmoil — recovering from the Social War and shaken by the power struggle between the generals Marius and Sulla. Republican coins like this did not show rulers, but rather gods, heroes, and myths chosen by the issuing families to emphasize their legacy.

Specifications:

• Diameter: About 36 mm
• Material: Metal (replica)
• Note: This is a high-quality replica coin, not an original ancient artifact.