M. Cato. AR Denarius, 89 BC. Obv. Draped female bust right, hair tied with band; behind, ROMA; below, M. CATO. Rev. Victory seated right, holding patera and palm branch; in exergue, VICTRIX. Cr. 343/1b. B. (Porcia) 5. AR. g. 3.98 mm. 18.50 Great metal. An outstanding example, from fresh and masterly engraved dies. Perfectly centred, brilliant and nicely toned with golden hues. Exceptional. Good EF.