ROMAN REPUBLIC. AR Quadrigatus (6.77 gms), Rome Mint, ca. 225-214 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Brushed.
Cr-28/3; Syd-65; RSC-24. Obverse: Laureate head of Janus, with curved truncation; Reverse: Jupiter, hurling thunderbolt and holding scepter, in galloping quadriga right driven by Victory; incuse ROMA in raised tablet below. Despite the noted brushing, which is rather light and minimal, this example remains an enchanting representative of the type and features great centering and some charming toning.
From the Historia Moolah Collection.
Estimate: $700 - $1000