Watch List notes:

C. Naevius Balbus, 79 BC. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 4.04 g, 1 h), Rome. Diademed head of Venus to right, wearing earring and pearl necklace; behind, S•C; before, E. Rev. C•NAE•BALB Victory driving fast triga to right, holding reins in both hands. Babelon (Naevia) 6. Crawford 382/1a. RBW 1409 var. (differing control). Sydenham 769. A sharp and clear example. Extremely fine.


From the Maggiore Collection, formed in the late 1970s to early 2000s.