Davissons Ltd.
E-Auction 33 11 Dec 2019
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ROMAN REPUBLICAN. Cn. Lentulus Clodianus. 88 B.C. AR denarius. 3.82 gm. 17 mm. Rome mint. Helmeted bust of Mars right, seen from behind / Victory driving galloping biga right, holding wreath and reins; CN LENTVL in exergue. Crawford 345/1. Sydenham 702. RSC Cornelia 50. Near Very Fine; beautiful iridescent tone.
The dramatic confluence of artistic dies and magnificent toning imbue this otherwise modest coin with a huge presence.