M. Marcius Mn.f, 134 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 3.91 g, 2 h), Rome. Helmeted head of Roma to right, wearing earring and pearl necklace; behind, modius; below chin, XVI monogram. Rev. M-(MAR)-C / RO-MA Victory driving biga galloping to right, holding the reins in her left hand and a whip in her right; below, two grain ears. Babelon (Marcia) 8. Crawford 245/1. Sydenham 500. A brilliant, lustrous piece. Struck on a slightly tight flan, otherwise, virtually as struck.
From a Swiss collection.