★ Marcus Antonius in heavy mourning for Caesar ★

P. Sepullius Macer. AR Denarius. Rome mint, 44 BC (after 15 March, Caesar death). Obv. Bearded head of Marcus Antonius right, wearing veil; before, lituus; behind, jug. Rev. Desultor right, holding reins and whip; behind, palm-branch and wreath; above, P·SEPVLLIVS; below, MACER. Cr. 480/22; B. (Antonia) 2, (Sepullia) 8. AR. 4.03 g. 19.00 mm. RR. Superb coin. Attractive delicate patina with a hint of iridescence. Exceptional portrait of veiled Marcus Antonius. Reverse slightly off flan. EF.