★ Amazing Ancus Marcius ★

L. Marcius Philippus. AR Denarius, 56 BC. Obv. Diademed head of Ancus Marcius right; behind, lituus; below, ANCVS. Rev. PHILIPPVS. Equestrian statue right, on aqueduct; at horse's feet, flower; below, AQVAMAR within the arches of an aqueduct. Cr. 425/1; B. (Marcia) 28-29. AR. 3.34 g. 20.50 mm. An outstanding example, sharply struck and perfectly centred on a broad flan, from masterly engraved and detailed dies. Impressive portrait and enchanting iridescent old cabinet tone. Exceptional. Good EF.