Masterly Engraved Dies


L. Titurius L. f. Sabinus. AR Denarius, 89 BC. Obv. Bearded head of King Tatius right; before, TA legate; behind, SABIN. Rev. Rape of the Sabine women; in exergue, L. TITVRI. Cr. 344/1a; B. 1. 4.06 g. 19.50 mm. Sound metal, broad flan and full weight. Of outstanding style and prettily toned, with iridescent hues. About EF.