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Ancient Roman Republic 89BC Rape of the Sabines Silver Denarius Extra Fine (EF40)
Ancient Roman Republic 89BC Rape of the Sabines Silver Denarius Extra Fine (EF40)
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Ancient Roman Republic 89BC Rape of the Sabines King of Tatius L. Titurius L.F. Sabinus Silver Denarius Extra Fine (EF40)
The Rape of the Sabines is a legendary episode from Rome’s early history, traditionally dated to the reign of Romulus, the city’s founder. Facing a shortage of women to ensure the growth of their new settlement, the Romans invited their Sabine neighbors to a festival and then seized the young women by force. While initially an act of violence and betrayal, the story emphasizes that the women later intervened to stop the ensuing war between their Sabine families and their new Roman husbands, urging peace for the sake of their children. The legend was used by later Romans to illustrate themes of unity, reconciliation, and the blending of peoples that helped shape Rome’s identity.
Obverse: The bare head and bearded face of King Tatius facing right, with TA Monogram to the right.
Reverse: Two Roman soldiers standing facing outward, looking at each other, each carrying a Sabine woman in his arms.
Specifications:
Composition: Silver
Weight: Approx. 3.62 g
Diameter: 19 mm
Mint: Rome
The Rape of the Sabines is a legendary episode from Rome’s early history, traditionally dated to the reign of Romulus, the city’s founder. Facing a shortage of women to ensure the growth of their new settlement, the Romans invited their Sabine neighbors to a festival and then seized the young women by force. While initially an act of violence and betrayal, the story emphasizes that the women later intervened to stop the ensuing war between their Sabine families and their new Roman husbands, urging peace for the sake of their children. The legend was used by later Romans to illustrate themes of unity, reconciliation, and the blending of peoples that helped shape Rome’s identity.
Obverse: The bare head and bearded face of King Tatius facing right, with TA Monogram to the right.
Reverse: Two Roman soldiers standing facing outward, looking at each other, each carrying a Sabine woman in his arms.
Specifications:
Composition: Silver
Weight: Approx. 3.62 g
Diameter: 19 mm
Mint: Rome
