Roman 90 BC Silver Pegasus (142)

Description Finely detailed ancient Roman coin of a rotund Pegasus.   Roman Republic rare silver quinarius with flying Pegasus facing right.   Victory is on the back of the ring. Rome mint 90 B.C., Q. Titius, moneyer One of a kind coin with Certificate of Authenticity. Size and Materials Size: 7 1/2 18kt gold ring enhanced with diamonds. Story Pegasus was the son of Medusa and Poseidon born when Perseus beheaded Medusa.  Medusa was reputed to be very beautiful but angered Athena by having an affair with Poseidon.  Athena then turned Medusa into a snake haired Gorgon. Pegasus was known as a gentle, helpful creature who Zeus granted immortality by turning him into a constellation upon his death.  Because of his ability to fly, Pegasus is often associated with divine inspiration and the immortality of the soul.