L. Titurius L.f. Sabinus, 89 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.93 g, 9 h), Rome. SABIN Bare-headed and bearded head of King Titus Tatius to right; in lower field to right, palm branch. Rev. L•TITVRI Tarpeia facing, buried to her waist in shields, with raised hands she tries to thrust off two soldiers who are about to cast their shields at her; star in crescent above. Babelon (Tituria) 4. Crawford 344/2b. RBW 1301. Sydenham 699. Well centered and beautifully toned. Light deposits, otherwise, good very fine.

From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, privately acquired from Realms (with collector's and original dealer's tickets).