Anonymous, 179-170 BC. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 3.67 g, 9 h), Rome. Head of Roma to right, wearing winged helmet and pendant earring; behind, X (mark of value). Rev. ROMA (in linear frame) Luna in biga galloping to right, holding whip in her right hand and reins with her left; below, prawn to right. Crawford 156/1. RBW 688. Sydenham 343. Nicely toned. Minor flan faults and struck from a slightly worn reverse die, otherwise, very fine.
From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, privately acquired from Classical Numismatic Group (with collector's and original dealer's tickets).