M. Caecilius Q.f. Q.n. Metellus, 127 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 3.81 g, 2 h), Rome. ROMA Head of Roma to right, wearing winged helmet; denomination mark below chin. Rev. M · METELLVS · Q · F · around Macedonian shield with elephant's head in central boss; all within laurel wreath. Babelon (Caecilia) 29. Crawford 263/1a. Sydenham 480. Well centered and toned. very fine.
From the W. F. Stoecklin Collection, Amriswil, Switzerland, acquired from Adolph Hess in Luzern, prior to 1960.