Description
Roman Republic, AR Denarius, Man. Acilius Glabrio, 49 BC, Cr 442/1b
An attractive example of this Republican silver denarius struck at Rome in 49 BC, the year that Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon and became dictator of Rome. Lightly worn and well detailed. Weight 3.83g. Dimensions 19mm x 18mm.
O: SALVTIS (downwards), laureate head of Salus right.
R: MN ACILIVS III VIR VALETV, Valetudo standing left, leaning against column and holding serpent.
I would grade this coin Good Very Fine but I have provided high-resolution close up photos so you can decide on a grade for yourself.
For uncertified ancient coins I provide a grading opinion using the UK descriptive system. I offer a grading opinion as a courtesy, but please examine the high resolution close up photos carefully and decide on a grade for yourself.
