C. Naevius Balbus, 79 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.92 g, 11 h), Rome. Diademed head of Venus to right, wearing earring and pearl necklace; behind, S•C; before, X. 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 mark). Sydenham 769. Thin flan crack, otherwise, good very fine.
From an American collection.