Roman Republic Denarius Q. Antonius Balbus Choice Extremely Fine.

Roman Republic Denarius Q. Antonius Balbus. Struck Rome 83-82BC as an extraordinary issue at the behest of the senate. This was the principal coinage of the Marian faction that opposed Sulla’s return to Roma. This choice Extremely Fine example is well struck and centred with an attractive tone.

Previously sold by Nauman in their auction 82, August 2020, lot 669.  €225 including buyer’s premium.

Obverse: Laureate head of Jupiter right, S•C behind
Reverse: Victory in quadriga right, holding reins, wreath, and palm frond, control letter C below.  Q•ANTO•BALB.  PR in exergue.
References: RRC 364/1d, RSC Antonia 1, RCV 279
Diameter: 18mm
Weight: 3.99 grams

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