Watch List notes:

M. Caecilius Q. f. Q. n. Metellus AR Denarius. Rome, 127 BC. Helmeted head of Roma right; star on neck guard, ROMA upwards behind, monogram below chin / M•METELLVS•Q•F, Macedonian shield with elephant's head in central boss, surrounded by laurel wreath. Crawford 263/1a; Sydenham 480; RSC Caecilia 29. 3.83g, 18mm, 6h.

Near Extremely Fine; golden iridescence around obverse portrait.

Acquired from Spink & Son Ltd.;
Ex Michael Kelly Collection of Roman Silver Coins; collector's ticket included.