L. Opimius Q.f. 131 B.C. AR denarius (17 mm, 3.87 g, 5 h). Rome. Head of Roma right, wearing winged helmet ornamented with griffin's head; behind, wreath; before, denomination / L · OPEIMI below, ROMA in exergue, Victory, holding wreath and reins, driving galloping quadriga right. Crawford 253/1; Sydenham 473; Opimia 12. Sharp detail, well centered and boldly struck. Lightly toned. Extremely fine.