ROMAN REPUBLIC. M. Aemilius Scarus and Pub. Plautius. 58 BC. AR Denarius (3.54 gm; 17 mm). M SCAVR AED CVR, ES SC, REX ARETAS - King Aretas of Nabataea kneeling beside camel / AED CVR, CAPT, HYPSAE COS PREIV - Jupiter in quadriga; scorpion below horse. Crawford 422/1b; Sydenham 913; Aemilia 8. Lovely strike on a nice metal. Choice Superb. Nice old cabinet toning. Ex. CNG Auction III (29 April 1988), Lot 305. Wonderful example for the type.
Estimate: 800 USD