Impressive Ancus Marcius


L. Marcius Philippus. AR Denarius, 56 BC. Obv. Diademed head of Ancus Marcius right; behind, lituus; below, [ANCVS]. Rev. PHILIPPVS. Equestrian statue right, on aqueduct; at horse's feet, flower; below, AQVAMARC within the arches. Cr. 425/1; B. (Marcia) 28-29. 3.65 g. 18.00 mm. A superb portrait. Brilliant and virtually as struck. Obverse slightly off centre, otherwise. about FDC.