Lot 418: L. Flaminius Chilo. 109-108 B.C. AR denarius. Rome. 
AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 19 (Auction 323)
- Sold Winning Bid: $85
- 4 Bid(s)
L. Flaminius Chilo. 109-108 B.C. AR denarius (19 mm, 3.96 g, 6 h). Rome. [ROMA] behind, helmeted head of Roma right; below chin, X / L · FLAM[INI] below, CIL[O] in exergue, Victory, holding wreath and reins, driving galloping biga right. Crawford 302/1; Sydenham 540; Flaminia 1. Lightly toned. Good very fine.
From the Maple Leaf Collection.
Little is known about the moneyer L. Flaminius Chilo, but from his cognomen Chilo, we can deduce that he had a prominent set of lips. Unlike the praenomen (here L[ucius]) and nomen (Flaminius), which were dictated by family tradition and birth order, the Roman cognomen normally referred to a distinguishing feature or personal foible, making it more akin to a personal nickname. According to the Latin grammarians Chilo means large or thick lips.
- Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
- Lot #: 418
- Listing #: 201088
- Closed: Friday, March 17, 2017 6:19:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $100
- Collection: The Maple Leaf Collection