C. Naevius Balbus, 79 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 3.87 g, 6 h), Rome. Diademed head of Venus to right, wearing earring and pearl necklace; behind, S•C. Rev. C•NAE•BALB / CXXXVI 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. Lustrous and very attractive. Light areas of weakness and with a minor edge crack, otherwise, virtually as struck.