

P. Licinius Crassus. AR Denarius, 55 BC. Obv. Laureate, diademed and draped bust of Venus right; behind, S·C. Rev. P·CRASSVS·M·F. Female figure standing before her horse which she holds by bridle; at her feet, shield and cuirass. Cr. 430/1; B. (Licinia) 18; S&S. 3.94 g. 20 mm. R. Superb, brilliant and lightly toned with warm hues. Obverse slightly off centre and minor area of flat strike on reverse, otherwise. EF.