

L. Papius. AR Denarius serratus, 79 BC. Obv. Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat's skin; behind, water bottle. Bead-and-reel border. Rev. Gryphon leaping right; below, water bottle; in exergue, L. PAPI. Cr. 384/1 (control marks 110); B. 1. 3.72 g. 19.00 mm. Good metal. Well centred and nicely toned, with golden hues. Good VF.