C. Naevius Balbus, AR Denarius serratus, Rome, 79 BC

C. Naevius Balbus; AR Denarius (serratus); Rome; 79 BC.

Obv. Diademed head of Venus to the right, S•C behind.

Rv. Victoria driving a chariot pulled by three horses to the right, first horse on the right turning its head. Above, the control mark XVIIII. In the exergue, C•NAE•BALB (part in ligatures).

Silver, 3.48 g, 18 mm, 3h. Crawford RRC 382/1b.

Grade: Good VF, dark cabinet patina.