CASSIUS LONGINUS. AR Denarius (3.68 gms), Smyrna Mint, Legate Lentulus Spinther, ca. 42 B.C.
Cr-500/1; S-1446; Syd-1308. Filleted tripod altar, "C. CASSI IMP" at left, all within beaded border; Reverse: Jug and lituus (emblems of the augurate), "LENTVLVS SPINT" below, all within beaded border. An absolutely gorgeous example, sharply struck with blistering luster and exceptional eye appeal. NGC MS, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5.
Estimate: $1200.00- $1500.00