Auction 1
An exquisite selection of premium coins from ancient to modern times
Description
Denarius serratus. 70 BC, Rome. 3.75 g. 18.00 mm. 6h
Obv. Bare-headed and bearded head of King Tatius right; SABINVS downwards behind, S•C downwards before, TA monogram (for Tatius) below chin.
Rev. Togate figure, holding reins and magistrate's sceptre, driving slow biga to left; IVDEX above, stalk of grain to right, T•VETTIVS in exergue.
Crawford 404/1; Sydenham 905; BMCRR Rome 3370; RSC Vettia 2, RBW 1446.
Scarce type. Lightly toned, slightly off center on reverse, otherwise VF.
Ex NAC Auction P, 2005, Lot 1750.