★ Ex Peus 369, 31 October 2001, 314 ★

Q. Thermus M.f, 103 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.52 g, 1 h), Rome. Head of Mars to left, wearing crested helmet decorated with two volutes and a plume. Rev. Q• THE RM• MF Two warriors fighting, each armed with sword and shield; the one on the left protects a fallen comrade, the other wears horned helmet. Babelon (Minucia) 19. Crawford 319/1. RBW 1174. Sydenham 592. A beautifully toned example with an exceptional reverse. Minor marks, otherwise, about extremely fine.

From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, ex Peus 369, 31 October 2001, 314 (with collector's and original auction tickets).