Watch List notes:

Q. Pomponius Musa. AR Denarius, 66 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right; behind, sceptre. Rev. Melpomene standing facing, head right, holding club and mask; on right, Q. POMPONI; on left, MVSA. Cr. 410/4; B. 14. AR. 4.06 g. 18.50 mm. R. Rare. Great metal and full weight. An outstanding example, brilliamt and superb. Lovely light iridescent cabinet tone. EF.

Melpomene was the Muse of Tragedy.