Watch List notes:

M. Valerius Messalla. AR Denarius, 53 BC. Obv. MESSAL. F. Helmeted bust of Roma right, wearing Corinthian helmet and spear over shoulder. Rev. PATRE. COS. Curule chair; at sides, S-C. Below, sceptre with wreath. Cr. 435/1. B. 13. AR. g. 3.68 mm. 18.50 RR. An outstanding example of this very rare issue. From fresh dies, with lovely light golden tone. Exceptional. Good EF.