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L. Hostilius Saserna AR Denarius. Rome, 48 BC. Head of Gallic captive to right; Gallic shield behind / Two warriors in galloping biga to right: one driving, holding whip and reins, and the other, facing backward, holding shield and brandishing spear; [L•HOSTILIVS] above, [SASERN] below. Crawford 448/2a; CRI 18; BMCRR Rome 3994-5; RSC Hostilia 2. 3.01g, 19mm, 2h.
Good Fine. Rare.
From a private European collection.
The portrait of the Gallic warrior (in captivity) is believed to be Vercingetorix, leader of the great Gallic rebellion against Caesar in 55-54 BC.
Good Fine. Rare.
From a private European collection.
The portrait of the Gallic warrior (in captivity) is believed to be Vercingetorix, leader of the great Gallic rebellion against Caesar in 55-54 BC.