M. Cato, ancient imitation. Plated Denarius, 2.75g. (10h). . , After 47 BC. Obv: Female head right, [ROMA] behind, M. CATO PRO PR before. Rx: Victory seated right holding patera; [V]ICTRIX in exergue. Crawford 462/1a. Sydenham 1053. RSC Porcia 10. Sear, Imperators 46a. Apparently struck from dies mechanically transferred from an official denarius. Core exposed on head. VF.
Ex Randy Haviland Collection.