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Spectacular Dioscuri Riding
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Lot # 301 - C. Servilius M.f. AR Denarius, 136 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, wreath and barred X; below, ROMA. Rev. The Dioscuri galloping in the opposite directions, with spears reversed; in exergue, C·SERVEILI·M·F. Cr. 239/1; B. (Servilia) 1. AR. 3.83 g. 19.00 mm. A superb example, brilliant, with underlying luster and lightly toned, with golden hues. Insignificant edge crack at nine o' clock. EF.
Lovely Curiatius Trigeminus Quadrans
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Lot # 302 - C. Curatius Trigeminus. AE Quadrans, 135 BC,. Obv. Head of Hercules right, wearing lion’s skin; behind, three pellets, partially off flan. Rev. C·CVR·F. Prow right; on deck, Victory with wreath; before, three pellets (one off flan); below, ROMA. Cr. 240/4a; B. (Curatia) 9; Syd. 460b. AE. 6.21 g. 18.50 mm. An outstanding example, in exceptional condition for issue, rare as such. Lovely deep olive green patina, with lighter spots. About EF/EF.
Well Detailed Minucius Augurinus
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Lot # 303 - C. Minucius Augurinus. AR Denarius, 135 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, ROMA; below chin, X. Rev. Ionic column surmounted by statue, holding staff in right hand; on either side, togate figure and corn-ear set on forepart of lion; above, C·A VG. Cr. 242/1; B. (Minucia) 3. AR. 3.81 g. 20.00 mm. A superb example, from masterly engraved dies, well centred on a broad flan, brilliant and lightly toned. Insignificant scratch on reverse, otherwise. about EF.
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Lot # 304 - C. Aburius Geminus. AR Denarius, 134 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, GEM; below chin, barred X. Rev. Mars in quadriga right; below, C. ABVRI; in exergue, ROMA. Cr. 244/1; B. 1. AR. 3.86 g. 19.00 mm. Superb, brilliant and prettily toned, with golden highlights. EF/Good EF.
Exceptional Numitorius Denarius
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Lot # 305 - C. Numitorius. AR Denarius, 133 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, ROMA; below chin, barred X. Rev. Victory in quadriga right; in exergue, C·NVMITORI. Cr. 246/1; B. (Numitoria) 1. AR. 3.92 g. 18.00 mm. RRR. Extremely rare, one of the rarest issue in the whole series. Great metal and full weight. An outstanding example, sharply struck, from masterly engraved dies, perfectly centred and prettily toned, with golden hues. Probably among the finest known. Encapsulated by Classical Coin Grading MS 62.
Missing in RBW
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Lot # 306 - L. Minucius. AE Semis, 133 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Saturn right; behind, S. Rev. Prow right; above, L. MINVCI; before, S; below, ROMA. Cr. 248/2. AE. 10.65 g. 24.00 mm. RRR. Very rare, only five specimens known (according to A. McCabe); not in RBW collection. Nice deep green patina, few scratches on obverse. Good VF.
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Lot # 307 - M. Aburius M.f. Geminus. AR Denarius, 132 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, GEM; before, barred X. Rev. Sol in quadriga right, holding reins and whip; below, M. ABVRI; in exergue, ROMA. Cr. 250/1; B. 6. AR. 3.92 g. 19.50 mm. Great metal and full weight. A superb example, well centred on a broad flan, Lovely iridescent old cabinet tone. About EF.
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Lot # 308 - L. Postumius Albinus. AR Denarius, 131 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, apex; before, barred X. Rev. Mars in quadriga right, holding spear, shield and trophy; below horses, L. POST. ALB. Cr. 252/1; B. 1. AR. 3.84 g. 20.50 mm. A superb example, well centred on a broad flan, and brilliant, with underlying luster. Lovely iridescent tone. About EF.
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Lot # 309 - L. Opimius. AR Denarius, 131 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; below chin, barred X; behind, wreath. Rev. Victory in quadriga right; below, M·OPEIMI. In exergue, ROMA. Cr. 253/1; B. 12. AR. 3.93 g. 17.50 mm. Sound metal and full weight. A handsome example, Lovely bright iridescent tone, with reddish and blue highlights. About EF.
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Lot # 310 - M. Acilius M.f. AR Denarius, 130 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, barred X; around M·ACILIVS·M·F within double border of dots. Rev. Hercules in quadriga right; in exergue, ROMA. Cr. 255/1; B. 4 (Acilia). AR. 3.94 g. 18.00 mm. Great metal and full weight. A brilliant and superb example. Enchanting iridescent old cabinet tone, with blue and reddish highlights. EF.
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Lot # 311 - C. Caecilius Metellus Caprarius. AR Denarius, 125 BC. Obv. Head of Roma right, wearing Phrygian helmet; behind, ROMA; below chin, barred X. Rev. Jupiter in biga of elephants left, Victory flies above; in exergue, C. METELLVS. Cr. 269/1; B. 14. AR. 3.83 g. 18.00 mm. Scarce. Well centred, brilliant and lightly toned. VF. This reverse refers to the famous victory of L. Caecilius Metellus over the Chartaginians at Panormus in B.C. 251, when he captured all the enemy's elephants and later exhibited them in his triumph at Rome (RSC I, p. 20, 14 note).
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Lot # 312 - Q. Fabius Labeo. AR Denarius, 124 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, ROMA; before, X and LABEO. Rev. Jupiter in quadriga right; usually below, rostrum; in exergue, Q·FABI. Cr. 273/1; B. (Fabia) 1. AR. 3.94 g. 18.50 mm. Sound metal and full weight. A sharply struck and superb example. Lovely old cabinet tone, with iridescent hues. EF.
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Lot # 313 - Q. Curtius and M. Silanus. AR Denarius, 116 or 115 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, X; before, Q·CVRT. Rev. Jupiter in quadriga right; above, lituus; below, M·SILA (LA ligate); in exergue, ROMA. Cr. 285/2; B. (Curtia) 2. AR. 3.87 g. 19.00 mm. A superb example, sharply struck, bright and lightly toned. EF.
Great Rarity
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Lot # 314 - Q. Curtius and M. Silanus. AR Denarius, 116 or 115 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right before, Q·CVRT. Rev. Jupiter in quadriga right; above, lituus; below, M·SILA (LA ligate); in exergue, ROMA. Cr. 285/2 note ; B. (Curtia) 2 var. (mark of value). AR. 3.89 g. 20.00 mm. RRR. Extremely rare, choice and brilliant. Good VF. Ex NAC 70, 2013, 53. An extremely rare variety, without the mark of value, missing on only one obverse die (ANS, HSA 25475).
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Lot # 315 - C. Fonteius. AR Denarius, 114 or 113 BC. Obv. Laureate Janiform head of Dioscuri; six dots below; on left, I; on right, barred X. Rev. Galley with pilot and rowers left; above, C·FONT; below, ROMA. Cr. 290/1; B. (Fonteia) 1. AR. 3.86 g. 20.50 mm. Detailed reverse die. Delicate patina, underlying luster. Good VF.
Spectacular Scipio Africanus' Portrait
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Lot # 316 - Cn. Blasio Cn.f. AR Denarius, 112-111 BC. Obv. Helmeted head right (Scipio Africanus the Elder or Blasio?); above, barred X; behind, bucranium; before, CN·BLASIO·CN·F. Rev. Jupiter standing facing between Juno and Minerva; in field, Θ; in exergue, ROMA. Cr. 296/1c; B. (Cornelia) 19. AR. 3.74 g. 20.00 mm. A superb example of outstanding style, sharply struck on a broad flan. Lovely iridescent tone, with golden hues. EF.
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Lot # 317 - L. Thorius Balbus. AR Denarius, 105 BC. Obv. Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat-skin; behind, I·S·M·R. Rev. Bull charging right; above,X; below, L·THORIVS; in exergue, BALBVS. Cr. 316/1; B. (Thoria) 1. AR. 3.95 g. 19.00 mm. Sound metal, full weight and broad flan. A superb example, almost uncirculated and prettily toned, with golden hues. Insignificant minor areas of flatness beside the borders, otherwise. good EF.
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Lot # 318 - L. Thorius Balbus. AR Denarius, 105 BC. Obv. Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat-skin; behind, I·S·M·R. Rev. Bull charging right; above,Q; below, L·THORIVS; in exergue, BALBVS. Cr. 316/1; B. (Thoria) 1. AR. 3.93 g. 19.00 mm. Sound metal and full weight Choice and prettily toned, with golden hues. About EF.
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Lot # 319 - Q. Thermus M.f. AR Denarius, 103 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Mars left. Rev. Roman soldier fighting enemy in protection of fallen comrade; in exergue, Q·THERM·MF. Cr. 319/1; B. (Minucia) 19. AR. 3.96 g. 19.00 mm. Sound metal and full weight. Well centred on a broad flan, from masterly detailed dies, brilliant and superb, with golden hues. EF.
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Lot # 320 - L. Cassius Caecianus. AR Denarius, 102 BC. Obv. Draped bust of Ceres left, wearing barley-wreath; behind, CAEICIAN and I and dot. Rev. Yoke of oxen; above, И and dot; in exergue, L. CASSI. Cr. 321/1; B. 4. AR. 3.77 g. 17.50 mm. A superb example, sharply struck and well centred. Lovely light iridescent tone, with reddish hues. EF.
Outstanding L. Sentius
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Lot # 321 - L. Sentius C.f. AR Denarius, 101 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, ARG PVB. Rev. Jupiter in quadriga right, holding thunderbolt and reins in left hand and sceptre in right hand; above, T; in exergue, L.SENTI C.F. Cr. 325/1a; B. 1. AR. 3.87 g. 21.00 mm. A choice example, perfectly centred on a very broad flan and nicely toned, with golden hues. Good VF.
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Lot # 322 - D. Junius Silanus L.f. AR Denarius, 91 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, control letter. Rev. Victory in biga right; above, XXV; in exergue, D·SILANVS·L·F / ROMA. Cr. 337/3; B. (Junia)16. AR. 3.82 g. 17.50 mm. Obverse slightly off centre and minor (banker's?) mark on reverse. Lovely iridescent toning. About EF.
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Lot # 323 - L. Calpurnius Piso Frugi. AR Quinarius, 90 BC. Obv. Head of Apollo right; behind, arrow: below chin, II. Rev. L. PI-SO. Victory standing right, holding wreath in right hand and sword and spear in left hand; in exergue, FRVGI. Cr. 340/2g; cf. pl.XXI, 69 (Paris, A 6369); B. 13; Syd. 672/g; Banti 159 (R 8). AR. 1.99 g. 13.00 mm. RR. Very rare and superb. Nicely toned. About EF.
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Lot # 324 - L. Calpurnius Piso Frugi. AE As, 90 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Janus; I above. Rev. Prow of galley right; L. PISO above, Victory walking right on prow, FRVGI below. Cr. 340/4. AE. 14.35 g. 31.00 mm. Lovely fine style. Brown patina. Minor pitting on obverse. About EF.
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Lot # 325 - Q. Titius. AR Denarius, 90 BC. Obv. Head of Mutinus Titinus-Priapus right, wearing winged diadem. Rev. Pegasus prancing right; below, Q.TITI in linear frame. Cr. 341/1; B. (Titia) 1. AR. 4.06 g. 18.50 mm. Sound metal and full weight, Lovely iridescent cabinet tone. Good VF/About EF.
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Lot # 326 - C. Vibius C. f. Pansa. AR Denarius, 90 a.C. Obv. Minerva in quadriga left; In esergue, PANSA. Rev. Minerva in quadriga right; In esergue, C. VIBIVS C.F. Cr. 342/6a; B. 5. AR. 3.76 g. 19.00 mm. R. Rare type. Lovely golden cabinet tone. Areas of striking weakness otherwise. good VF/VF.
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Lot # 327 - M. Cato. AR Denarius, 89 BC. Obv. Draped female bust right, hair tied with band; behind, ROMA; below, IMP CATO. Rev. Victory seated right, holding patera and palm branch; below seat, ST; in exergue, VICTRIX. Cr. 343/1c; B. (Porcia) 5. AR. 4.19 g. 20.00 mm. Great metal, full weight and broad flan. An outstanding example, from masterly engraved dies, brilliant and nicely toned, with iridescent highlights. Insignificant area of flatness on reverse, beside the exergue border, otherwise. EF.
Outstanding Tarpeia Buried in Shields
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Lot # 328 - L. Titurius L.f. Sabinus. AR Denarius, 89 BC. Obv. Bearded head of King Tatius right; behind, SABIN; before palm-branch. Rev. Tarpeia stands facing between to soldiers, who are about to kill her; in upper central field, star and crescent. In exergue, L·TITVRI. Cr. 344/2b; B. (Tituria) 4. AR. 3.80 g. 18.50 mm. A superb example, sharply struck from masterly engraved dies and perfectly centred. Enchanting light iridescent cabinet tone. Banker's mark on obverse, skillfully dissimulated, otherwise. EF.
Outstanding Lentulus Clodianus
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Lot # 329 - Cn. Lentulus Clodianus. AR Denarius, 88 BC. Obv. Helmeted bust of Mars, seen from behind, head right. Rev. Victory in biga right; in exergue, CN. LENTVL. Cr. 345/1; B. (Cornelia) 50. AR. 3.79 g. 19.00 mm. Sound metal and broad flan. A superb example, complete and brilliant, with underlying luster. Rare as such. EF/About EF.
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Lot # 330 - C. Marcius Censorinus. AR Denarius, 88 BC. Obv. Jugate heads of Numa Pompilius, bearded, and Ancus Marcius, not bearded, right. Rev. Desultor right, wearing conical cap and holding whip; below, prawn (?); in exergue, C. CENSO. Cr. 346/1b; B. (Marcia) 18. AR. 3.95 g. 19.00 mm. Rare symbol, not listed in Crawford. Choice example. Brilliant and lightly toned. Minor scuff on obverse. About EF.
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Lot # 331 - L. Rubrius Dossenus. AR Denarius, 87 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Jupiter right, sceptre over shoulder; below DOSSEN. Rev. Triumphal chariot right, decorated with thunderbolt; above, Victory with wreath; in exergue, L·RVBRI. Cr. 348/1; B. (Rubria) 1. AR. 4.26 g. 18.00 mm. Great metal and overweight flan. An outstanding example, well centred and unusually complete, brilliant and superb. Rare as such. About EF.
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Lot # 332 - Mn. Fonteius C.f. AR Denarius, 85 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right; below, thunderbolt; behind, MN·FONTEI·C·F (MN and NT ligate); before, monogram. Rev. Cupid seated on goat right; above, pilei; in exergue, thyrsus; around, laurel-wreath. Cr. 353/1a; B. (Fonteia) 9. AR. 4.09 g. 19.50 mm. Sound metal, full weight and broad flan. A superb example, well centred and brilliant, with underlying luster, Insignificant areas of weakness, otherwise. EF.
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Lot # 333 - C. Norbanus. AR Denarius, Rome mint, 83 BC. Obv. Diademed head of Venus right; above, control-numeral CXXXXVIIII; below, C·NORBANVS. Rev. Ear of corn, fasces and caduceus. Cr. 357/1b; B. 2 (Norbana). AR. 3.96 g. 18.00 mm. A superb example, brilliant and prettily toned, with golden hues. About EF.
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Lot # 334 - Pub. Crepusius. AR Denarius, 82 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right, sceptre over shoulder; behind, uncertain letter; below chin, branch. Rev. Horseman galloping right hurling spear; above, numeral; in exergue, P. CREPVSI. Cr. 361/1c; B. 1. AR. 3.85 g. 18.00 mm. Sound metal. A choice example, bright and nicely toned, with golden hues. About EF.
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Lot # 335 - L. Censorinus. AR Denarius, 82 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right. Rev. L. CENSOR. The satyr Marsyas, standing left, with right arm raised and holding wine-skin over shoulder; behind, column bearing statue on top. Cr. 363/1d; B. (Marcia) 24.. AR. 3.86 g. 17.00 mm. An outstanding example, virtually as struck. Enchanting iridescent old cabinet tone. Good EF.
Furrowed Apollo
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Lot # 336 - L. Censorinus. AR Denarius, 82 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right. Rev. L. CENSOR. The satyr Marsyas, standing left, with right arm raised and holding wine-skin over shoulder; behind, column bearing statue on top. Cr. 363/1d; B. (Marcia) 24. AR. 4.09 g. 17.00 mm. Superb example, virtually as struck and complete. Full weight. Delicate patina over brilliant surfaces. Good EF.
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Lot # 337 - A. Postumius Albinus. AR Denarius serratus, 81 BC. Obv. HISPAN. Veiled head of Hispania right, with dishevelled hair. Rev. A·POST·A·F·S·N·ALBIN (AL ligate). Togate figure standing left, raising right hand; on left, legionary eagle; on right, fasces with axe. Cr. 372/2; B. (Postumia) 8. AR. 3.95 g. 18.50 mm. Great metal and full weight. Brilliant and superb, from masterly engraved and detailed reverse die. EF/Good EF.
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Lot # 338 - Q. Caecilius Metellus Pius. AR Denarius, 81 BC. Obv. Diademed head of Pietas right; before, stork. Rev. Jug and lituus; in exergue, IMPER; all within wreath. Cr. 374/2; B. 44. AR. 3.77 g. 17.50 mm. A choice, brilliant and well centred example. About EF.
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Lot # 339 - C. Marius C.f. Capito. AR Denarius serratus, 81 BC. Obv. Draped bust of Ceres right; around, C·MARI·C·F·CAPIT and control-numeral XXI. Rev. Ploughman with a yoke of oxen left; above, control-numeral XXI. Cr. 378/1a; B. (Maria) 7. AR. 3.83 g. 19.50 mm. Scarce. Well centred on a broad flan, brilliant and superb. Enchanting golden tone. EF/About EF.
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Lot # 340 - C. Marius C.f. Capito. AR Denarius serratus, 81 BC. Obv. CAPIT CXXVIIII. Draped bust of Ceres right, head bound with corn-wreath; before, control symbol. Rev. Ploughman with yoke of oxen left; above, CXXVIIII ; in exergue, C. MARI. C.F/S.C. Cr. 378/1c; B. 9. AR. 3.95 g. 18.00 mm. A superb example, of full weight, perfectly centred, brilliant and nicely toned, with a hint of iridescence. EF/ About EF.
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Lot # 341 - L. Procilius. AR Denarius, Rome mint, 80 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Jupiter right; on the left, S·C. Rev. Juno Sospita standing right, holding shield and hurling spear; at her feet, snake; on the left, L·PROCILI / F. Cr. 379/1; B. 1 (Procilia). AR. 3.82 g. 18.00 mm. Sound metal. A choice example, brilliant and lightly toned, with lovely iridescent hues. About EF.
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Lot # 342 - L. Cassius Longinus. AR Denarius, 78 BC. Obv. Ivy-wreathed head of Liber right, thyrsus over shoulder. Rev. L·CASSI·Q·F. Vine-wreathed head of Libera left. Cr. 386/1; B. 6 (Cassia). AR. 3.83 g. 18.00 mm. Choice, brilliant and lightly toned, with golden hues. From a bit worn dies, otherwise. about EF.
Outstanding L. Rustius
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Lot # 343 - L. Rustius. AR Denarius, 76 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Minerva right; behind, S·C; below chin, barred X. Rev. Ram standing right; in exergue, L·RVSTI. Cr. 389/1; B. (Rustia) 1. AR. 3.93 g. 19.00 mm. Great metal, full weight and broad flan. A superb example, brilliant and lightly toned, with golden hues. Insignificant areas of flatness beside the borders, otherwise. EF.
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Lot # 344 - L. Lucretius Trio. AR Denarius, 74 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Neptune right; on the left, trident; above, LXV (control-numeral). Rev. Winged boy riding dolphin right; below, L·LVCRETI / TRIO. Cr. 390/2; B. 3. AR. 3.89 g. 17.00 mm. Sound metal and full weight. A choice and brilliant example, with iridescent hues. From a slightly worn reverse die, otherwise. EF.
Exceptional Quality
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Lot # 345 - Cn. Lentulus. AR Denarius, uncertain mint, perhaps Spain, 76-75 BC. Obv. Draped male bust of Genius Populi Romani right, hair tied with band and sceptre over shoulder; above, G·P·R. Rev. EX-S.C. Terrestrial globe between sceptre with wreath and rudder; below, CN·LEN·Q. Cr. 393/1a; B. (Cornelia) 54. AR. 3.83 g. 19.00 mm. An outstanding example, sharply struck and perfectly centred on a broad flan.Enchanting golden tone. Good EF.
Diana and Her Hound
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Lot # 346 - C. Postumius. AR Denarius, 74 BC. Obv. Draped bust of Diana right, hair tied into knot, bow and quiver over shoulder. Rev. Hound running right; below, spear; in exergue, C·POSTVMI / AT (AT ligate). Cr. 394/1a; B. (Postumia) 9; AAA 378a. AR. 3.93 g. 18.50 mm. Sound metal and full weight. A choice example, perfectly centred on a broad flan, brilliant and superb. About EF/EF.
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Lot # 347 - Q. Crepereius M.f. Rocus. AR Denarius serratus, 72 BC. Obv. Draped bust of Amphitrite seen from behind, with head turned right; behind and before, control-marks. Rev. Neptune in biga of sea-horses right, holding reins and brandishing trident; above, N; below, Q·CREPER·M·F/ ROCVS. Cr. 399/1b; B. (Crepereia) 2. AR. 3.79 g. 18.50 mm. RR. Rare and nice. VF.
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Lot # 348 - Mn. Aquillius Mn. f. Mn. n. AR Denarius serratus, 71 BC. Obv. VIRTVS-III·VIR. Helmeted and draped bust of Virtus right. Rev. MN·AQVIL-MN·F·MN·N (MN ligate). The Consul Man. Aquillius raising up fallen Sicilia; in exergue, SICIL. Cr. 401/1; B. (Aquillia) 2. AR. 3.95 g. 20.00 mm. Great metal and full weight. A superb example, sharply struck and well centred on a broad flan, brilliant and prettily toned. EF.
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Lot # 349 - Q. Fufius Calenus and Mucius Cordus. AR Denarius serratus, 70 BC. Obv. Jugate heads of Honos and Virtus right; on left, HO; on right, VIRT (RT ligate); below, KALENI. Rev. Italia, holding cornucopiae and Roma, holding fasces and placing right foot on globe, clasping their hands; at sides, winged caduceus/ITAL (TAL ligate)-RO; in exergue, CORDI. Cr. 403/1; B. (Fufia) 1, (Mucia) 1. AR. 3.86 g. 20.00 mm. Scarce. A choice example, perfectly centred on a broad flan and prettily toned, with iridescent hues. Scratch on obverse, otherwise. good EF/EF.
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Lot # 350 - P. Sulpicius Galba. AR Denarius, 69 BC. Obv. Veiled bust of Vesta right; behind, S·C. Rev. Knife, culullus and ornamented axe; on left, AED (AE ligate) or AE; on right, CVR; in exergue, P·GALB. Cr. 406/1; B. (Sulpicia) 6-7. AR. 3.85 g. 17.50 mm. Sharply struck, well centred and superb, with underlying luster. Lovely light golden tone. EF.
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Lot # 351 - C. Hosidius C. f. Geta. AR Denarius serratus, 68 BC. Obv. GETA-III·VIR. Draped bust of Diana right, with bow and quiver over shoulder. Rev. Boar right, wounded by spear and attacked by hound; in exergue, C·HOSIDI·C·F. Cr. 407/1; B. (Hosidia) 2. AR. 4.01 g. 19.00 mm. Scratch on obverse. Sound metal and full weight. Brilliant and superb. Encapsulated by Classical Coin Grading MS 61.
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Lot # 352 - C. Hosidius C. f. Geta. AR Denarius, 68 BC. Obv. GETA-III·VIR. Diademed and draped bust of Diana right, with bow and quiver over shoulder. Rev. Boar right, wounded by spear and attacked by hound; in exergue, C·HOSIDI·C·F. Cr. 407/2; B. (Hosidia)1. AR. 4.15 g. 17.00 mm. Great metal and full weight. An almost uncirculated example, with underlying luster and lovely golden hues. A little off centre, otherwise. about FDC.
Exceptional Piso Frugi Denarius
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Lot # 353 - C. Piso Frugi. AR Denarius, Rome mint, 67 BC. Obv. Laureate head or of Apollo right; behind, snake on staff. Rev. Horseman galloping right, holding palm; Π above; C·PISO·L·F·FRVG below. Cr. 408/1a (cf. p. 422, pl. XLII); B. 24; Syd. 851b; Banti 259/1. AR. 4.01 g. 17.50 mm. R. Great metal and full weight. An outstanding example, sharply struck in high relief , perfectly centred and brilliant, with underlying luster. Virtually uncirculated. Encapsulated by Classical Coin Grading MS 64.
Outstanding Piso Frugi Denarius
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Lot # 354 - C. Piso Frugi. AR Denarius, Rome mint, 67 BC. Obv. Laureate head or of Apollo right; behind, Π. Rev. Horseman galloping right, holding palm; barred X above; C·PISO·L·F·FRVG below. Cr. 408/1a (obverse dies 6); B. 24; Syd. 850 f; Banti 253 (Rarità 8/9). AR. 4.05 g. 17.50 mm. RR. Very rare variety. Sound metal and full weight. A superb and sharp example, perfectly centred and brilliant, with underlying luster and golden hues. Virtually as struck. About FDC.
Outstanding Plaetorius Cestianus
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Lot # 355 - M. Plaetorius M. f. Cestianus. AR Denarius, 67 BC. Obv. Draped bust right with attributes of Isis, Minerva, Apollo, Diana and Victory; before, cornucopiae and S·C; behind, CESTIANVS. Rev. M·PLAETORIVS·M·F·AED·CVR. Eagle on thunderbolt. Bead-and-reel border. Cr. 409/1; B. (Plaetoria) 4. AR. 4.07 g. 18.00 mm. Great metal and full weught. Sharply struck and perfectly centred, brilliant and superb. EF.
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Lot # 356 - M. Plaetorius M. f. Cestianus. AR Denarius, 67 BC. Obv. Bust of Cybele right; behind, forepart of lion and CESTIANVS (AN ligate or not); before, globe. Bead-and-reel border. Rev. M·PLAETORIVS·AED·CVR·EX·S·C. Curule chair; on left, control-mark (fish). Cr. 409/2; B. (Plaetoria) 3. AR. 3.77 g. 19.00 mm. Sharply struck, from masterly engraved dies, brilliant with underlying luster and superb. EF.
Hercules Musagetes
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Lot # 357 - Q. Pomponius Musa. AR Denarius, 66 BC. Obv. Diademed head of Apollo right; behind, Q·POMPONI; before, MVSA. Rev. HERCVLES MVSARVM. Hercules Musagetes standing right, playing lyre; at his feet, club. Cr. 410/1; B. (Pomponia) 8. AR. 4.05 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare. Great metal and full weight. A superb example, brilliant with underlying luster, and lightly toned. Insignificant flatness spots, otherwise. EF.
Exceptional Melpomene
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Lot # 358 - Q. Pomponius Musa. AR Denarius, 66 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right; behind, sceptre. Rev. Melpomene standing facing, head right, holding club and mask; on right, Q. POM-PONI; on left, MVSA. Cr. 410/4 var.(PO-MPONI); B. 14 var. (same); Banti 25. AR. 3.94 g. 18.50 mm. R. Very rare variety, unlisted in Crawford, Babelon and Sydenham. Great metal and full weight. An outstanding example, brilliant and superb, with underlying luster. Good EF. Melpomene was the Muse of Tragedy.
Outstanding Terpsichore
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Lot # 359 - Q. Pomponius Musa. AR Denarius, 66 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right; behind, tortoise. Rev. Terpsichore right, holding lyre (sometimes kithara) and plectrum with right hand lowered; on left, Q·POMPONI; on right, MVSA. Cr. 410/7c; B. (Pomponia) 18. AR. 3.81 g. 17.50 mm. R. Rare and superb. An enchanting example,. Good EF.
Outstanding Urania
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Lot # 360 - Q. Pomponius Musa. AR Denarius, 66 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right; behind, star. Rev. Urania standing left, pointing with wand to a globe on a tripod; on right, Q. POMPONI; on left, MVSA. Cr. 410/8; B. 22. AR. 3.52 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare. A superb example, brilliant, with underlying luster and light golden hues. EF. Urania was the Muse of Astronomy.

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