Roman Republic, Mn. Cordius Rufus, Denarius

Very nice denarius minted in Rome in 46 BC, by one of the monetary triumvirs (tres viri monetales) of that year, Manius Cordius Rufus.

Roman Republic

Me Cordius Rufus (46 BC), Denarius 46 BC, Rome mint

Obverse: Corinthian helmet with crest facing right, above owl and inscription RVFVS

Reverse: aegis of Minerva with head of Medusa in center

MN CORDIVS

Weight 3.9 g