

M. Caecilius Q.f. Q.n. Metellus. AR Denarius, 127 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, ROMA upwards; below chin, barred X. Rev. Macedonian shield decorated with elephant's head; around M·METELLVS·Q·F, all in laurel wreath. Cr. 263/1a; B. (Caecilia) 29; RRSC D 63a. 3.80 g. 18.00 mm. Lightly toned, with golden hues. VF.