

Furius Purpurio. AR Denarius, 169-158 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma right; behind, X. Rev. Luna in biga right; murex shell above, PVR below; in exergue, ROMA in linear frame. Cr. 187/1; B. 13. 3.85 g. 17.00 mm. Slightly compact flan. Brilliant and superb. Good VF/VF.