Spectacular Genius Populi Romani


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. 3.86 g. 18.00 mm. Sharply struck, brilliant and superb, with underlying luster. EF.