I have seen many coins depicting ancient athletics - in may forms .. was there an ancient coin struck celebrating running? I have not found any. Just curious as this seems to be something that would be celebrated by the ancients. Any info is appreciated.
I don't know any type that specifically celebrates running, but visually, this one is close. ROMAN REPUBLIC. L. Plaetorius L. f. Cestianus AR Denarius. 3.9g, 17mm. Rome mint, 67 BC. Crawford 396/1b; Sydenham 792a; Plaetoria 2. O: Diademed and draped bust of Juno Moneta right; MONETA downwards behind, [SC below chin]. R: Athlete (victorious boxer) running right, holding palm in right hand and wearing ribbons and cestus on left; L PLAETORI downwards behind, L F Q S C upwards before, torch below. Ex Andrew McCabe Collection; ex Freeman & Sear Mail Bid Sale 12, 28 October 2005 The athlete on this type is usually described as boxer (on account of the cestus, or boxing glove, he wears on his left hand) taking a victory lap.
