

L. Hostilius Saserna. AR Denarius, 48 BC. Obv. Female head right, with long and dishevelled hair; behind, carnyx. Rev. Artemis facing, holding spear and placing right hand on head of prancing stag; on right, L·HOSTILIVS; on left, SASERNA. Cr. 448/3; B. (Hostilia) 4; RRSC D240.3. 3.81 g. 21 mm. Scarce. Appealing example, lightly toned with golden hues. Marks on obverse. Good VF.