CASSIUS LONGINUS. AR Denarius (3.76 gms), Military Mint, probably at Smyrna, 42 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 4/5. Banker's Mark.
Cr-500/5; CRI-223; Syd-1305; RSC-6. P. Lentulus Spinther, legatus. Obverse: Veiled, diademed, and draped bust of Libertas right; Reverse: Capis and lituus. Despite the noted banker's mark and some off-centering to the obverse strike, this enchanting example retains great overall detail and even features some brilliance to the flan along with a pleasing light tone.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500