P. Fonteius P.f. Capito, Denarius, Rome, 55 BC; AR (g 4,01; mm 17; h 6); Helmeted and draped bust of Mars r., with trophy over shoulder; around, P FONTEIVS P F CAPITO III VIR, Rv. Horseman r., thrusting spear at enemy who is about to slay unarmed captive; in r. field, helmet and shield; above, MN FONT TR MIL. Crawford 429/1; Fonteia 17; Sydenham 900.
Cabinet tone; minor flattening on reverse, otherwise good extremely fine.