ROMAN REPUBLIC. L. Mussidius Longus. AR Denarius (4.09 gms), Rome Mint, ca. 42 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
Cr-494/42b; S-494; Syd-1093a. "CONCORDIA" Veiled and diademed head of Concordia facing right, star below chin; Reverse: "L. MVSSIDIVS LONGVS" Shrine of Venus Cloacina consisting of circular platform, inscribed: "CLOACIN" surmounted by two statues of the goddess. Pleasing steely grey toning. A very well centered example which features an attractive strike. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
From the Dr. Michael Phillip Collection.
Ex: Stack's Sale December 7, 8 1989 Lot#3242.
Ex: Stack's Massachusetts Historical Society Sale March 1971, part of Lot# 618.
Estimate: $350.00- $500.00