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The Gallic Chieftain Vercingetorix
Lot # 377
L. Hostilius Saserna. AR Denarius, 48 BC. Obv. Bearded bust of Gallic enemy with flowing hair ('Vercingetorix'); Gaulish shield behind. Rev. L HOSTILIVS / SAS[ERN]. Biga driven right by charioteer, warrior facing backward holding shield and hurling spear. Cr. 448/2a; B. 2. AR. 3.82 g. 19.00 mm. RR. Very rare and fascinating issue. Lovely light cabinet tone. Areas of flat strike. Good VF.