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. 3.47g, 17mm, 11h.
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From The Michael Higley Collection.