

M. Plaetorius M. f. Cestianus. AR Denarius, 69 BC. Obv. Young male head right; behind, control-symbol. Rev. Caduceus between M. PLAETORI and CEST. EX. S.C. Cr. 405/5; B. 5. 3.95 g. 19.00 mm. Scarce. Sound metal and full weight. Banker's mark and X ('mark of value') graffito on obverse. A choice example, brilliant and nicely toned, with iridescent hues. Good VF.