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Roman Republic. C. Servilius Vatia. AR Denarius, 82-80 BC. 3.8 gms. Laureate head of Apollo right. B above lituus behind, ROMA below, mark of value before, rev. Horseman left spear lowered and holding shield inscribed M (Marcus) battles sword-wielding horseman. The reverse celebrates M. Servilius Pulex Geminus who was elected augur in 211 BC (then holding the position for 40 years) and consul in 202 BC. Plutarch tells us that M. Servilius Pulex Geminus was wounded many times in 23 single combats - all of which he emerged victor. Crawford 370/1b, Syd.720, Servilia 7. Toned over a few ancient obverse scratches in field, small scrape on edge, Very Fine..

Estimate: $100 - $150