L. Hostilius Saserna, Silver Denarius

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L. Hostilius Saserna (48 BC). Silver Denarius, Rome. Obverse: Head of Gallic captive (Vercingetorix?) facing right, hair flowing back and with a chain around his neck, Gallic shield behind. Reverse:…
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Description

L. Hostilius Saserna (48 BC).

Silver Denarius, Rome.

Obverse: Head of Gallic captive (Vercingetorix?) facing right, hair flowing back and with a chain around his neck, Gallic shield behind.
Reverse: L•HOSTIL[IVS] / SASERN, two warriors in a biga right, one holding whip and reins, the other a shield and spear.

(Crawford 448/2b; Sydenham 952).

Extremely Fine. Scarce.

3.84g.

Specification

Date 48 BC
Coin Group

Ancient Rome

Denomination

Denarius

Country

Republican

Metal

Silver

Mint Mark

Rome

References Crawford 448/2b; Sydenham 952
Weight 3.84 g

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