L. Papius Celsus, 45 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.08 g, 1 h), Rome. Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat's skin headdress tied at neck. Rev. L · PAPIVS / CELSVS III · VIR She-wolf standing right, placing stick on fire; on right, eagle standing left, fanning the flames. Babelon (Papia) 2. Crawford 472/1. CRI 82. Sydenham 964. Lightly toned, and nicely centered. Very fine.

From a North American collection.