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Lot # 4444

L. Sempronius Pitio. Silver Denarius (4.05 g), 148 BC. Rome. PITIO behind, head of Roma right, wearing winged helmet ornamented with griffin's head; below chin, X (denomination). Reverse L SEMP below, ROMA in relief in linear frame in exergue, the Dioscuri on horseback riding right, each holding couched spear. Crawford 216/1; Sydenham 402; Sempronia 2. A superb specimen, needle sharp and perfectly centered; all lightly toned. Slight coinage cracking. Mint State.