C. Antestius AR Denarius. Rome, 146 BC. Helmeted head of Roma to right; C•ANTESTI (partially ligate) upwards behind, X below chin / The Dioscuri, each holding spear, riding to right; dog, with both fore-feet raised, below horses, ROMA in exergue. Crawford 219/1e; BMCRR Rome 859; RSC Antestia 1. 3.76g, 18mm, 6h.
Extremely Fine; beautiful old cabinet tone.
From the Vitangelo Collection.