C. Naevius Balbus, 79 BC. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 4.08 g, 6 h), Rome. Diademed head of Venus to right, wearing earring and pearl necklace; behind, S•C. Rev. C•N AE •B AL B / LXXVIII Victory driving fast triga to right, holding reins in both hands. Babelon (Naevia) 6. Crawford 382/1b. RBW 1410 var. (differing control mark). Sydenham 769b. Beautifully toned. Good very fine.

Ex Peus 423, 7 November 2018, 261 and previously from a German collection, acquired before 2014.