Lot 1157
C. Naevius Balbus, 78-77 B.C. AR denarius. Interestingly, this is one of the few instances of the triga on Roman coins. This was a war chariot borrowed from the Greeks. Diad. head of Venus to right, S.C. behind. Reverse: Victory in triga, CXXXVI above. NAEVIA-6; Syd. 769. Well struck, delicately toned. Superb Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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| Realized $220 |
