ROMAN REPUBLIC. AE As, Uncertain Mint in Southeastern Italy, 211-210 B.C. NGC Ch F.
Cr-85/2; Syd-175. Obverse: Laureate head of bearded Janus; I (mark of value) above; Reverse: Prow of galley right; I (mark of value) above; H before. A charmingly hefty Roman Republican bronze piece. Despite showing plenty of circulation wear, it retains fully identifiable detail and attractive deep brown patina.
Estimate: $100 - $200