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Your browser does not support JavaScript. To view this page, enable JavaScript if it is disabled or upgrade your browser. Increase Sales by 18% and double your hits - Vendio Gallery 2000 Year Old ROMAN Silver Coin - God of Wine - BACCHUSVery Desirable Authentic 2000 Year Old Roman Republican Silver Denarius of L. Cassius Q.f. Longinus / Featuring a Rare Portrait of Bacchus - God of Wine, Intoxication, Sexual Pursuits and Mystical Ecstasy / Also Featuring a Portrait of Proserpina - Goddess of Germination / Attractive Example Exhibiting a Beautiful Deeply Toned Luster / Minted in Rome 78 BC This coin will be shipped in a professional numismatic protective sleeve and accompanied by our written lifetime guarantee of authenticity which accurately documents the coin as to culture, region or ruler, precious metal, age, denomination and weight as well as a color photograph of the coin. The coin pictured here is precisely the one the buyer will receive. Please see Axis Mundi's 110% Buyer Protection Policy and Services which appears at the conclusion of this listing. Axis Mundi's Statement of Authenticity : The coin being offered here is backed by Axis Mundi's 30 years of experience in the ancient coin business and is unconditionally guaranteed to be genuine. If you have any questions concerning this coin you can reach one of our professional staff by email at mail@axis-mundi.com or by phone at 505-424-3414. This coin can also be inspected in person, upon request, during our business hours ( 12-6 PM daily ). Please send all mail correspondence and payments to: Axis Mundi 2442 Cerrillos Road # 330, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505. This coin will be shipped in a professional numismatic protective sleeve and accompanied by our written lifetime guarantee of authenticity which accurately documents the coin as to culture, region or ruler, precious metal, age, denomination and weight as well as a color photograph of the coin. Description: We are pleased to offer this genuine 2000+ year oldRoman Republic silver Denarius of L. Cassius Q.f. Longinus for your consideration. This highly desirable coin was minted in Rome in 78 BC and survives in very fine condition with both sides exhibiting a deep toned luster. It features a rare portrait of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, lust and intoxication. It also features a portrait of Proserpina, the goddess of germination who was identified with the Greek goddess Persephone. ( See below for more on the mythology of Bacchus ) Obverse: Head of young Bacchus wreathed with ivy, thyrsus over his shoulder. Reverse: Head of Proserpina wreathed with vine... L. CASSI. Q. F. Size: 19 mm Weight: 3.9 grams Reference: Sear 317 The artistry and mythological subjects of ancient Roman Republican coins have always been a tremendous lure to collectors. In addition, these heirlooms of the ancient world have become extremely popular as showpieces for modern jewelry. Here's your opportunity to add this important 2000+ year old example to your collection. You will not be disappointed with this artistic and valuable treasure. The God of Wine: Bacchus: The Roman Bacchus, son of Jupiter and Semele, was the god of wine, intoxication, sexual pursuits and mystical ecstasy and was identified with the Greek god Dionysus. Bacchus was also a promoter of civilization, a lawgiver and peacemaker. His cult was one of the ancient mystery religions introduced in Rome around 200 BC. The annual festival in honor of Bacchus (the Bacchanalia ) was celebrated on March 16 and 17 and was characterized by endless quantities of wine and wild drunken orgies. These celebrations, which were notorious for their sexual and criminal character, got so out of hand that they were eventually forbidden by the Roman Senate in 186 BC. More "domesticated" versions of the cult survived and Bacchic themes were very popular in Roman art, which emphasized Bacchus as a youthful god of wine and the good life. Despite the god's popularity and what is known about the public worship and ritual, various elements of the religion were only revealed to initiates. Consequently, relatively few details are known about the most secret beliefs and rites. The Roman Empire, though infinitely fallible, was not one to deprive its citizens of one of their favorite Gods. From 300 BC to the beginning of the Christian era, the population in Rome exploded from 100,000 people to over one million. The result was an equally sizeable increase in the demand for affordable wine, and Rome absorbed some 1.8 million hectoliters of wine per year. That was enough for every man, woman and child to have half a liter per day, every day of the year. AUTHENTICITY : We are a member of the American Numismatic Association. All items are accompanied by a lifetime guarantee of authenticity. DOMESTIC SHIPPING COSTS : FREE for delivery via USPS Priority Mail with insurance. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COSTS : Buyer will add the actual cost of shipping by air via USPS Registered Mail with insurance. It is the responsibility of the buyer to comply with foreign customs and exchange regulations. RETURN POLICY : If you are not completely satisfied with this coin you can return it within 7 days of receipt for a full refund minus shipping costs. All items shipped within the U.S.A. are fully insured against loss or damage. Should any item arrive in damaged condition buyer agrees to save all packing materials pending examination by a representative of the shipping company. PAYMENT METHODS : We accept PAY PAL. Click here to see ...AXIS MUNDI's... other quality auctionsCopyright 2008 Axis Mundi AXIS MUNDI's 9 POINT BUYER PROTECTION & SERVICES PROGRAM1) - 110% Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity : Should any coin, during the entire lifetime of the buyer, be found to be a modern fake, we will provide an immediate refund of all monies paid plus an extra 10% 2) - Professional Attribution and Documentation : Each coin is presented in a professional numismatic protective sleeve and accompanied by our written lifetime guarantee of authenticity which accurately documents the coin as to culture, region or ruler, precious metal, age, denomination and weight as well as a color photograph of the coin 3) - Permanent Photographic Archive : All coins are photographically logged in our permanent database for use by insurance companies investigating client loss or stolen property 4) - Secure Priority Shipping and Packing : Domestic shipments are fully insured against loss or damage via US Postal Delivery or Fed Ex. International shipments via Fed Ex or Registered Mail as per client request. Shipments are very securely packaged to prevent damage in transit 5) - Customer Service Telephone Support : Questions concerning coins offered for sale on eBay by Axis Mundi can be directed to our telephone support ( Mon-Fri 12- 6 pm mountain time ) at 505-424-3414. Special attention for new collectors ! 6) - Pay Pal Buyer Protection : Pay Pal payments for coins sold by Axis Mundi through eBay auction or online eBay storefront are automatically qualified for buyer protection coverage up to $1,000 at no additional cost 7) - Buyer Financing Available : No payments for 3 months and no interest if paid in 3 months using PayPal Buyer Credit. Total purchase must be over $199. Subject to credit approval. US residents only 8) - Square Trade Seal Member : Axis Mundi continues to meet the strict seal membership criteria of Square Trade for the benefit and security of eBay buyers. Seal membership qualifications are reviewed on a daily basis by Square Trade to insure up-to-date seller acceptance 9) - Consignment Service Available : We offer professional consignment services for individuals wishing to sell single coins or entire collections. Our fees and commissions are extremely competitive and can be custom tailored based on rarity and value of collection. Naturally, we are always interested in purchasing collections outright Thanks for your time and interest Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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