Cosconius Roman Coin 118 B.C.

In ancient Roman religion, Roma was a female deity who personified the city of Rome and more broadly, the Roman state. Roman political, moral and religious ideas were portrayed throughout Rome in different forms: coins, sculptures, architectural designs, official games and festivals. She stands out as a symbol of natural dominance, with her promise of protection to those who obeyed or cooperated with her, and her "manly virtue" as fierce mother of a warrior race.

• Origin: Roman Republic
• Year: 118 BC
• Composition: Silver
• Denomination: Denarius
• Obverse: Roma wearing a winged helmet facing right. Legend: L. COSCO. M.F.
• Reverse: Naked Celtic warrior, brandishing a spear, holding a shield and carnyx, driving a racing biga.
• Stone: Blue Sapphire .8 ct
• Approximate diameter: 18mm
• 14K gold bezel