Roman Republic (Ancient, pre-41 BC)
Mn. Acilius Glabrio. Silver Denarius (3.73 g), 49 BC. Rome. SALVTIS, laureate head of Salus right. Reverse: (MN) ACILIVS III VIR VALE(TV), Valetudo standing facing, head left, holding serpent and resting elbow on column. Crawford 442/1a; Sydenham 922; Acilia 8. Luster present and lightly toned. NGC grade Ch XF; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 4/5. Estimated Value $250
Salus and Valetudo are both goddesses of good health, and here they possibly signify the relief and gratitude of the moneyer and the people of Rome for the recovery of Pompey the Great who had fallen gravely ill the year before.
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.