Watch List notes:

C. Naevius Balbus, 79 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 4.00 g, 7 h), Rome. Diademed head of Venus to right, wearing earring and pearl necklace; behind, S•C; to right, I. Rev. C•NAE•BALB Victory driving fast triga to right, holding reins in both hands. Babelon (Naevia) 6. Crawford 382/1a. RBW 1409 var. (differing control mark). Sydenham 769. Very light marks, otherwise, extremely fine.


From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, acquired from Calicó (with collector's ticket).