Watch List notes:

L. Opimius, 131 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 4.00 g, 2 h), Rome. Head of Roma to right, wearing crested and winged helmet; behind, wreath; to right, ✱ (mark of value). Rev. L•OPEIMI / ROMA Victory driving galloping quadriga to right, holding wreath in her right hand and reins in her left. Babelon (Opeimia) 12. Crawford 253/1. RBW 1036. Sydenham 473. Beautifully toned. Good very fine.


From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, ex Rauch 70, 14 November 2002, 187 (with collector's and original auction tickets).