

L. Papius Celsus. AR Denarius, 45 BC. Obv. Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat's skin. Rev. Wolf right, placing stick on fire; on right, eagle fanning flames; above, CELSVS·III·VIR; in exergue, L·PAPIVS. Cr. 472/1; B. (Papia) 2. 3.95 g. 18 mm. Choice example. Lovely warm tone over brilliant surfaces. EF.