Furius Purpurio, 169-158 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.63 g, 12 h), Rome. Helmeted head of Roma to right; behind, X (mark of value). Rev. PVR Luna driving biga to right; above, murex shell; below, ROMA on rectangular tablet. Babelon (Furia) 13. Crawford 187/1. RBW 797. Szdenham 424. Toned. Good very fine.
From the collection of James Lamb, acquired from Astarte.