Superb Sacrificial Scene


Ti. Veturius. AR Denarius, 137 BC. Obv. Helmeted and draped bust of Mars right; behind, X and TI·VET (VET ligate). Rev. Sacerdos fecialis kneeling left, between two warriors who touch with their swords a pig which he holds; above, ROMA. Cr. 234/1; B. (Veturia) 1. 4.00 g. 20.00 mm. Great metal, full weight and broad flan. An outstanding example, brilliant, from masterly engraved dies. Good EF.