Roman Gold, Brutus, Self-styled Imperator, 44-42 BCE

Roman Gold, Brutus

Very rare, only 17 copies known to exist.

Obverse depicts Brutus Imp--i.e. Imperator/Commander, which he might have considered himself for leading the conspiracy against Caesar.

Reverse depicts co-conspirator Gaius Cassius Longinus and symbols of naval victory.

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Tap center for reverse.