Watch List notes:

M. Caecilius Q.f. Q.n. Metellus, 127 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 3.91 g, 3 h), Rome. ROMA Head of Roma to right, wearing winged helmet, pendant earring and pearl necklace; below chin, star (mark of value). Rev. M•METELLVS•Q•F• Macedonian shield with elephant's head right in central boss; all within laurel wreath. Babelon (Caecilia) 29. Crawford 263/1a. RBW 1064. Sydenham 480. A fresh, well struck and attractive piece. Light marks, otherwise, good very fine.


From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, ex InAsta 43, 22 February 2012, 383 (with original ticket).