C. Valerius Flaccus AR Denarius. Massalia, 82 BC. Draped and winged bust of Victory to right; winged caduceus behind / Legionary eagle between two standards inscribed H (Hastati) and P (Principes); C•VAL•FL[A] (ligate) upwards to left, IMPERAT upwards to right, EX• S•C below. Crawford 365/1a; BMCRR Gaul 7 var. (control symbol), cf. 1 for caduceus in different location; RSC Valeria 12. 3.87g, 19mm, 6h.

Mint state; intricate style, among the finest specimens known. Rare.

Ex Scipio Collection;
Acquired from José A. Herrero, October 2002.