Description
Roman Republic.
P. Fonteius P. f. Capito (55 BC).
Silver Denarius, mint of Rome.
Obverse: P·FONTEIVS·P·F· CAPITO·III·VIR, helmeted and draped bust of Mars facing right, trophy behind.
Reverse: MN·FONT·TR·MIL, cavalryman on horseback leaping right, thrusting spear downwards at a kneeling Gaul holding a sword and shield, additional enemy to left, Gallic helmet to right.
(Crawford 429/1; Sydenham 900).
Good Very Fine.
4.11g.