ROMAN REPUBLIC. C. Malleolus, A. Albinus Sp.f., and L. Caecilius Metellus. Rome, 96 BC(?). AR Denarius, 3.82g (19mm, 4h). Helmeted head of Mars r.; on r., (helmet has long crest, and plume on each side); above hammer; before *. Border of dots / Nake warrior standing l., holding spear in r. hand and placing r. foot on cuirass; on l. holding tablet with symbol inscribed. Below, C.MA.
Pedigree: Ex Leo Benz Collection, Lanz, 23 Nov 1998, lot 566
Price: $700
References: Crawford 335/3g. FFC 1015 (this coin). BMCRR 707
Grade: A bit rough with overall wear. Imagery is very interesting and seldom seen. VF
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