L. Mussidius Longus AR Denarius. Rome, 42 BC. Radiate and draped bust of Sol facing, turned slightly to right / L•MVSSIDIVS•LONGVS, the shrine of Venus Cloacina inscribed CLOACIN: depicted is a low platform of galley-like form, with steps and a tripod to left, two statues of Venus at the centre and a low column to right. Crawford 494/43a; RSC Mussidia 7. 3.65g, 18mm, 10h.
Good Very Fine, lightly toned, lustrous metal, with attractive iridescent tones on the obverse.
From the Eucharius Collection.