L. Antestius Gragulus, 136 BC. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 3.89 g, 2 h), Rome. GRAG Head of Roma to right, wearing crested and winged helmet; to right, star (mark of value). Rev. L•ANTEES / ROMA Jupiter driving fast quadriga to right, hurling thunderbolt with his right hand and holding scepter and reins in his left. Babelon (Antestia) 9. Crawford 238/1. RBW 980. Sydenham 451. Beautifully toned. Good very fine.
From the Sam 'Duck' Reed Collection, privately acquired from M&R Coins on 24 August 1989.